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Polysom-RRT

3 months ago

Princeton, United States WVU Medicine Full time
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Under the direct supervision of the Director of Respiratory Therapy, performs routine, intermediate and advanced level polysomnographic testing and provides analysis of subsequent data according to the Sleep Center Policy's & Procedures.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Polysomnography Technician performs routine, intermediate and advanced level polysomnographic testing and provides analysis of subsequent data according to policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1.

Graduate of a CoARC accredited School of Respiratory Care with an Associates of Applied Science in Respiratory Therapy.

2.

RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) or CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist)

Complete a Sleep Technology Approved Resource (STAR) Program & obtain certification as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist within 2 years of employment.

3.

Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

EXPERIENCE:

1.

One (1) year of Polysomnographic experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1.

Current certification as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist. (RPSGT)

2.

Clinical Sleep Educator Certificate from the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists.

EXPERIENCE:

1.

One (1) year of Sleep Study scoring experience.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1.

Performs high-quality polysomnograms and C-PAP Titration studies.

2.

Performs high-quality multiple sleep latency testing.

3.

Utilizes proper testing montages to detect abnormal sleep architecture, EEG/EKG abnormalities, abnormal respiratory events, and low oximetry.

4.

Performs artifact-free polysomnograms.

5.

Performs equipment pre- and post-testing including impedance check and calibrations and records in patient's permanent record.

6.

Obtains consent for Video Taping, Filming and/or Photography.

7.

Obtains consent for Polysomnogram.

8.

Completes Pre- and Post-sleep Questionnaires.

9.

Completes patient registration.

10.

Records keeping.

11.

Document history of the patient's sleep problems and documentation for each procedure.

12.

Detect sleep hygiene problems and record appropriately.

13.

Charts clinical notes for interpretation by physician regarding action taken and any comfort measures provided during sleep testing.

14.

Records an event log with chronological documentation of patient interaction during sleep testing.

15.

Confirms that a follow-up appointment has been scheduled.

16.

Labels, files, and stores medical data and test results.

17.

Can recognize all sleep states.

18.

Can recognize sleep efficiency.

19.

Can recognize central apneas.

20.

Can recognize obstructive apneas with snoring.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1.

Ability to stoop, kneel, stand on feet for extended periods of time, lift, carry, push and pull objects and patients of various weights in order to maneuver patients.

2.

Ability to operate the sleep lab requiring eye-hand coordination, finger dexterity, near, far, and night visions with extended visual concentration.

3.

Ability to communicate and understand instructions, information and/or concepts in order to report patient information, to explain the procedure and process to the patient, and to compile and complete technical reports.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1.

The Sleep Lab is a normal office environment with cramped work space and possible machinery vibrations.

2.

May be exposed to mechanical or electrical hazards, blood and body fluids as well as infectious diseases due to the nature of the department and patient contact.

3.

Ability to operate the sleep lab requiring eye-hand coordination, finger dexterity, near, far, and night visions with extended visual concentration.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1.

Ability to communicate and understand instructions, information and/or concepts in order to report patient information, to explain the procedure and process to the patient, and to compile and complete technical reports.

2.

Ability to stoop, kneel, stand on feet for extended periods of time, lift, carry, push and pull objects and patients of various weights in order to maneuver patients.

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
4

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:
PCH Princeton Community Hospital

Cost Center:
136 PCH Neuro Sleep Lab

Address:
122 12th Street

Princeton

West Virginia