Polysomnography Technician

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The polysomnography technician works under the direction of the Provider(s) and Practice Manager. This position assists the Provider(s) with patient testing & procedures. This individual works hand-in-hand with the Provider(s) to achieve quality outcomes for the patient. They are responsible for the day to day smooth operation & delivery of patient care and ascribes to a higher level of practice including use of best practices in their day to day care.

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Our values of Excellence, Empathy, Integrity and Accountability are essential to exceed our customers' expectations. At Reid, we look for individuals who believe in our core values and demonstrate a genuine desire to make a positive impact to those we serve. We take pride in employing people who show up every day with a commitment to these values along with our mission and vision. We are one team working toward a common goal of providing outstanding customer care and service to our communities. If you have a calling to serve and are looking for meaningful and purposeful work, Reid Health is the place for you.

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Overview of Responsibilities

The following list describes the essential duties of this role. Individuals in this role may not perform all of these duties, or may perform additional, related duties not listed here.

* Provides patient education appropriate to patient diagnosis.
* Ensures patients are escorted upon arrival to sleep rooms. Interviews patients as needed to assess needs. Ensures chart documentation is completed in a timely manner and in accordance with practice policy and procedure.
* Performs sleep testing in accordance with needs of patient and as directed by the Provider order.
* Performs front office duties and other duties as required.
* Performs all duties respectful of confidentiality and safety of all patients, employees, and providers.
* Must be committed to Patient Satisfaction and Patient Safety.
* Monitors In Basket tasks and e-mails daily.
* Assures that day to day patient care proceeds in an efficient, safe manner.
* Performs orientation of new polysomnography staff to the practice.
* Facilitates the development of critical thinking skills in the new staff.
* Uses open ended questions to facilitate critical thinking.
* Uses teach back to assess the preceptees understanding.
* Gradually increases the preceptees responsibilities, tailoring the learning experiences to meet the educational needs of the orient.
* Assess competency/skills utilizing competency assessment tools and clinical observation.
* Attends weekly meetings with preceptee.
* Serves as a role model, socializer, educator, mentor, & collaborator to the new staff.
* Collaborates with the CPL to develop and deliver in services targeted to address learning needs of the clinical staff in the practice.
* Conducts random chart audits to assure that Quality, documentation, ACO, & Meaningful Use measures are being met. Shares results with Practice Manager & peers to facilitate improvement in documentation.
* Serves as the "go to" person for polysomnography staff and providers when issues arise.
* Able to step in and assist with patient care as needs arise.
* Monitors the activities of practice & recognizes situations that require additional assistance or intervention on the part of a seasoned staff member.
* Anticipates the needs of providers and clinical staff.
* Assures that the preceptee is meeting the culture of EVERY PATIENT EVERY TIME regarding the patient experience by utilizing AIDET & CARE principles and making that connection with his/her patients.
* Assumes responsibility for the day to day testing operations in the absence of the practice manager.
* Collaborates with the CPL to develop and deliver in services targeted to address learning needs of the clinical staff in the practice.

Education/Experience

Successful completion of Reid Hospital orientation and competency-based skills appropriate through ongoing assessment of competence and educational activities. Written evaluations are done on an annual basis.

* Must be a Registered Polysomnography Technician or on the job training offered.
* Certified to perform BLS per the American Heart Association.
* Remains current in his or her practice as evidenced by receipt of 10 hours annually of CEU's. Must provide proof to Practice Manager at time of annual review.

Schedule Details

Night Shift 40 hours weekly. 4 (10) hour shifts. May include weekends.

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