Polysomnography Technologist

• Performs a variety of sleep studies in order to diagnose the type and extent of sleep disorders, as directed by a physician
• Collects and transmits biological specimens for analyses
• Performs and records patient assessment
• Scores sleep records and documents other test results
• Calibrates and adjusts equipment, including troubleshooting minor problems
• Applies suitable electrodes on predetermined measured positions on the patient’s head according to lab standards
• Administers oxygen and nasal CPAP/BiPAP as prescribed by a physician
• Instructs the patient in the proper use and care of nasal CPAP/BiPAP equipment
• Performs routine and difficult polysomnography recordings
• Abstracts relevant information from the patient, patient’s clinical record, or family member, and completes sleep questionnaire
• Assesses patient’s status pre, during and post procedure
• observes patient for any unusual reactions or events, listing all pertinent information on the record
• Adapts procedures to particular clinical circumstances, i.e. appropriate control settings changes, use of extra electrodes, and extra montages, including full set of EEG electrodes when appropriate
• Calibrates and adjusts the EEG apparatus in accordance with standard procedures
• Notifies appropriate personnel of equipment malfunctions and repairs needed
• Helps patients get into and out of chairs, lifts patients, raises patients in beds, and turns the patients
• Recognizes artifact and documents, eliminates, or takes proper measures to monitor the artifact
• Adheres to and supports team members in exhibiting TMCH values of integrity, community, compassion, and dedication
• Adheres to TMCH organizational and department-specific safety and confidentiality policies and standards
• Performs related duties as assigned

• Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year (2) college or technical school
• or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
• Six (6) months of sleep studies experience
• Current Heartsaver CPR (HSCPR or HSFACPR) certification
• Board Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) certification preferred
• Knowledge of sleep studies protocol used to diagnose the type and extent of sleep disorders and how to collect and transmit biological specimens for analyses
• Skill in placement of electrodes and how to measure and record results
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to complete routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to listen and accurately interpret others’ communication or instructions to take appropriate action
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization
• Ability to calculate figures and compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs and apply basic algebraic concepts
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables

Board Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) certification