Duke Clinical Research Institute
Polysomnography Technologist - Pediatric Sleep Lab-
Duke Clinical Research Institute, Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27703
Overview
At Duke Health, we are driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. About Duke University Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health's four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, featuring comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center and an endo-surgery center. Compensation and Relocation
Position offers a $7500 Commitment Bonus and Relocation Assistance. Location
Duke University Hospital - Pediatrics Sleep Lab 400 Elf Street, Durham, NC 27710 Shifts
Three (3) 12-hour shifts 3rd Shift / Nights Any combination of shifts. General Summary
The Sleep Tech will provide clinical assessment, physiological monitoring, and testing to assist with diagnosis, management, and prevention of sleep-related disorders. Tools include but are not limited to scoring clinical events, generating accurate reports, and operating positive airway pressure devices, oximeters, capnography, actigraphy, and screening devices. Level 1 Responsibilities
Verify medical order and protocol. Explain procedure and orient patient to sleep center. Prepare and calibrate equipment for proper functioning. Perform routine PAP mask fitting. Apply electrodes and sensors according to published standards. Assist with “lights out” procedures to establish baseline values. Assist and observe polysomnography data acquisition. Document routine observations, including sleep stages and clinical events. Assist with appropriate interventions for patient safety. Assist with “lights on” procedures to verify data integrity. Perform routine polysomnography acquisition while monitoring study-tracing quality. Identify and report signal abnormalities. Demonstrate age‑specific care in assessment and education of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Level 2 Responsibilities
Perform all Level 1 duties. Review history, physical information, medications, procedure request, and study protocol. Calibrate equipment and make necessary adjustments. Independently perform routine and complex PAP/split polysomnography data acquisition while monitoring study‑tracing quality. Implement appropriate interventions for patient safety. Perform “lights on” procedures to verify data integrity. Level 3 Responsibilities
Perform all Level 1 and 2 duties. Collect, analyze, and integrate patient information to identify patient‑specific needs and determine final testing parameters in conjunction with ordering physician or clinical director. Explain pre‑testing, testing, and post‑testing procedures to patient. Perform routine and complex PAP mask fitting. Perform routine and complex PAP/split/BPAP/ASV polysomnography data acquisition while monitoring study‑tracing quality. Follow procedural protocols (MSLT, MWT, parasomnia studies, PAP, oxygen titration). Oversee and perform difficult and unusual procedures and therapeutic interventions. Maintain equipment and communicate problems to co‑workers or supervisor. Troubleshoot equipment and lab issues independently. Demonstrate ability to analyze complex situations and apply policy. Develop clinical standards and protocols. Generate requisitions for patient studies; assign nightly workload to coworkers; process daily charges. Perform minimum number of hours designated a year as charge tech. Required Experience
Education
Level 1: High school diploma or GED or 1 year of post‑secondary education, or current enrollment in an accredited educational program leading to an associate degree in a health‑related field with an emphasis in polysomnography. Level 2: Associate’s Degree in a health‑related field preferred, or successful completion of a polysomnography program of no less than one year in duration, associated with a state license and/or nationally accredited educational facility. Level 3: Associate’s Degree in a health‑related field preferred in polysomnography, or successful completion of a polysomnography program of no less than one year in duration, associated with a state license and/or nationally accredited educational facility. Experience
Level 1: With an associate degree in a health related field, no experience required; otherwise 6 months of direct patient care experience. Level 2: 18 months experience in polysomnography testing preferred or documented proficiency in all required competencies as a Polysomnography Technician. If no associate degree in a health related field, must have an additional two years’ experience in direct patient care. Level 3: 4 years of experience in Polysomnography Technology required. Licensure, and/or Certification
Level 1: Registered Polysomnography Technologists (RPSGT) or Respiratory Care Practitioner (CRT or RRT) license required. Maintain current licensure/registration with NC medical board. Maintain BLS certification. Level 2: Registered Polysomnography Technologists (RPSGT) or Respiratory Therapist with the sleep disorders specialist certification (either CRT‑SDS or RRT‑SDS) required. Maintain current licensure/registration with NC medical board. Maintain BLS certification. Level 3: Registered Polysomnography Technologists (RPSGT) or Respiratory Therapists with the sleep disorders specialist certification (either CRT‑SDS or RRT‑SDS) required. Maintain current licensure/registration with NC medical board. Maintain BLS certification. Distinguishing Characteristics of this Level
Level 1
Polysomnography Technician develops competency in and performs basic polysomnography testing and associated interventions under direct supervision of a Polysomnography Technologist 2 or 3. 10 hours of CEUs; selects 1 choice from a list of options for professional growth (e.g., member of national organization, committee work). Must be enrolled in AASM A-Step online education modules. Level 2
Polysomnography Technologist 2 performs comprehensive polysomnography testing and analysis, and associated interventions under general supervision of a Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT) 3 and/or clinical director. Can provide supervision of a Polysomnography Technician. 12 hours of CE; 10 must be CEUs; selects 3 choices from a list of options for professional growth. Level 3
Polysomnography Technologist 3 works under general supervision of the clinical director or designee to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. Can perform the duties defined for a Polysomnography Technologist 2 and may provide supervision of other staff. 16 hours of CE; 10 must be CEUs; selects 5 choices from a list of options for professional growth. EEO Statement
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
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At Duke Health, we are driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. About Duke University Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health's four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, featuring comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center and an endo-surgery center. Compensation and Relocation
Position offers a $7500 Commitment Bonus and Relocation Assistance. Location
Duke University Hospital - Pediatrics Sleep Lab 400 Elf Street, Durham, NC 27710 Shifts
Three (3) 12-hour shifts 3rd Shift / Nights Any combination of shifts. General Summary
The Sleep Tech will provide clinical assessment, physiological monitoring, and testing to assist with diagnosis, management, and prevention of sleep-related disorders. Tools include but are not limited to scoring clinical events, generating accurate reports, and operating positive airway pressure devices, oximeters, capnography, actigraphy, and screening devices. Level 1 Responsibilities
Verify medical order and protocol. Explain procedure and orient patient to sleep center. Prepare and calibrate equipment for proper functioning. Perform routine PAP mask fitting. Apply electrodes and sensors according to published standards. Assist with “lights out” procedures to establish baseline values. Assist and observe polysomnography data acquisition. Document routine observations, including sleep stages and clinical events. Assist with appropriate interventions for patient safety. Assist with “lights on” procedures to verify data integrity. Perform routine polysomnography acquisition while monitoring study-tracing quality. Identify and report signal abnormalities. Demonstrate age‑specific care in assessment and education of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Level 2 Responsibilities
Perform all Level 1 duties. Review history, physical information, medications, procedure request, and study protocol. Calibrate equipment and make necessary adjustments. Independently perform routine and complex PAP/split polysomnography data acquisition while monitoring study‑tracing quality. Implement appropriate interventions for patient safety. Perform “lights on” procedures to verify data integrity. Level 3 Responsibilities
Perform all Level 1 and 2 duties. Collect, analyze, and integrate patient information to identify patient‑specific needs and determine final testing parameters in conjunction with ordering physician or clinical director. Explain pre‑testing, testing, and post‑testing procedures to patient. Perform routine and complex PAP mask fitting. Perform routine and complex PAP/split/BPAP/ASV polysomnography data acquisition while monitoring study‑tracing quality. Follow procedural protocols (MSLT, MWT, parasomnia studies, PAP, oxygen titration). Oversee and perform difficult and unusual procedures and therapeutic interventions. Maintain equipment and communicate problems to co‑workers or supervisor. Troubleshoot equipment and lab issues independently. Demonstrate ability to analyze complex situations and apply policy. Develop clinical standards and protocols. Generate requisitions for patient studies; assign nightly workload to coworkers; process daily charges. Perform minimum number of hours designated a year as charge tech. Required Experience
Education
Level 1: High school diploma or GED or 1 year of post‑secondary education, or current enrollment in an accredited educational program leading to an associate degree in a health‑related field with an emphasis in polysomnography. Level 2: Associate’s Degree in a health‑related field preferred, or successful completion of a polysomnography program of no less than one year in duration, associated with a state license and/or nationally accredited educational facility. Level 3: Associate’s Degree in a health‑related field preferred in polysomnography, or successful completion of a polysomnography program of no less than one year in duration, associated with a state license and/or nationally accredited educational facility. Experience
Level 1: With an associate degree in a health related field, no experience required; otherwise 6 months of direct patient care experience. Level 2: 18 months experience in polysomnography testing preferred or documented proficiency in all required competencies as a Polysomnography Technician. If no associate degree in a health related field, must have an additional two years’ experience in direct patient care. Level 3: 4 years of experience in Polysomnography Technology required. Licensure, and/or Certification
Level 1: Registered Polysomnography Technologists (RPSGT) or Respiratory Care Practitioner (CRT or RRT) license required. Maintain current licensure/registration with NC medical board. Maintain BLS certification. Level 2: Registered Polysomnography Technologists (RPSGT) or Respiratory Therapist with the sleep disorders specialist certification (either CRT‑SDS or RRT‑SDS) required. Maintain current licensure/registration with NC medical board. Maintain BLS certification. Level 3: Registered Polysomnography Technologists (RPSGT) or Respiratory Therapists with the sleep disorders specialist certification (either CRT‑SDS or RRT‑SDS) required. Maintain current licensure/registration with NC medical board. Maintain BLS certification. Distinguishing Characteristics of this Level
Level 1
Polysomnography Technician develops competency in and performs basic polysomnography testing and associated interventions under direct supervision of a Polysomnography Technologist 2 or 3. 10 hours of CEUs; selects 1 choice from a list of options for professional growth (e.g., member of national organization, committee work). Must be enrolled in AASM A-Step online education modules. Level 2
Polysomnography Technologist 2 performs comprehensive polysomnography testing and analysis, and associated interventions under general supervision of a Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT) 3 and/or clinical director. Can provide supervision of a Polysomnography Technician. 12 hours of CE; 10 must be CEUs; selects 3 choices from a list of options for professional growth. Level 3
Polysomnography Technologist 3 works under general supervision of the clinical director or designee to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. Can perform the duties defined for a Polysomnography Technologist 2 and may provide supervision of other staff. 16 hours of CE; 10 must be CEUs; selects 5 choices from a list of options for professional growth. EEO Statement
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
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