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Sleep Technology Trainee
2 months ago
Job Overview
Organization: Medical University of South Carolina
Employment Status: Hourly
Weekly Hours : 40
Position Summary:
The Sleep Technology Trainee is responsible for acquiring proficiency in conducting fundamental sleep assessments and related interventions. This role operates under the close guidance of a certified sleep technician or technologist.
Key Responsibilities:
Preparation and Setup for Sleep Studies
Cultivate skills in gathering, assessing, and synthesizing patient data to address individual patient requirements (including physical and mental limitations, emotional and physiological status, and relevant medical/social history). Acquire the ability to establish final testing parameters and procedures in collaboration with the referring physician or clinical director, adhering to laboratory protocols. Review essential patient history and confirm medical orders. Adhere to established protocols of the sleep center during the study. Upon patient arrival, verify identity, collect necessary documents, and secure consent for the procedure. Clearly explain the process and orient the patient for either in-center or home sleep apnea testing (HSAT). Provide patient education tailored to their age group. Select and calibrate appropriate equipment for testing, ensuring proper functionality and making adjustments as needed. Develop skills in the application of electrodes and sensors according to recognized standards. Learn to perform routine fittings and desensitization for positive airway pressure (PAP) interfaces.Conducting Sleep Studies
Follow procedural guidelines for various tests (such as Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT), Maintenance of Wakefulness Test (MWT), parasomnia studies, PAP, and oxygen titration) to ensure accurate data collection. Perform necessary physiological calibrations to guarantee proper signal acquisition and make adjustments as required. Adhere to 'lights out' protocols to document baseline values (including body position, oxygen saturation, respiratory and heart rates, etc.). Monitor study-tracing quality during data acquisition to ensure signals are free from artifacts, identifying and rectifying any issues. Document routine observations, including sleep stages and clinical events, to facilitate scoring and interpretation of polysomnographic results. Implement necessary interventions for patient safety and therapeutic measures, such as positive airway pressure and oxygen administration. Follow 'lights on' procedures to verify data integrity and complete the data collection process, including rechecking physiological and instrument calibrations and guiding the patient in completing questionnaires. Develop proficiency in scoring sleep/wake stages based on accepted professional guidelines. Learn to score clinical events (such as respiratory and cardiac events, limb movements, arousals, etc.) using American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) standards. Generate accurate reports by compiling sleep/wake and clinical event data. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care in the treatment, assessment, and education of patients across all age groups. Gain skills in preparing portable monitoring equipment and downloading data. Educate patients appropriately for home sleep apnea testing. Learn and apply cleaning and disinfection protocols. Monitor patient safety and adhere to safety protocols. Comply with AASM scoring parameters. Identify artifacts, inadequate signals, and equipment failures, generating accurate reports.Service Management and Essential Skills
Adhere to relevant laws, regulations, guidelines, and standards concerning safety and infection control. Perform routine maintenance and care of equipment and evaluate inventory. Maintain current CPR or BLS certification. Demonstrate computer skills suitable for the position. Exhibit effective written and verbal communication skills. Display appropriate social and customer service skills. Apply critical thinking skills and work independently to analyze complex situations and implement policies. Collaborate effectively within a team. Follow HIPAA and privacy regulations. Demonstrate the ability to follow instructions accurately. Respond to patient inquiries related to procedures by providing appropriate education based on sleep center protocols. Adhere to sleep center policies and procedures. Participate in quality assurance initiatives. Inspect and maintain sleep study-related equipment and inventory. Uphold professional standards of conduct.Minimum Training and Education:
High school diploma or GED, along with six months of direct patient care experience or one year of postsecondary education, or current enrollment in an accredited educational program focused on sleep technology.
Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Work Environment
The characteristics of the work environment described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Employees may be exposed to chemical vapors from cleaning and disinfecting solutions, as well as infectious agents including blood-borne pathogens.
Physical Requirements
Ability to perform job functions while standing, sitting, and walking continuously. Ability to climb stairs infrequently and work indoors continuously. Ability to work outdoors in extreme temperatures infrequently. Ability to work from elevated areas frequently and in confined spaces frequently. Ability to perform functions from kneeling positions infrequently, and to bend and twist at the waist continuously. Ability to squat and perform job functions frequently. Ability to perform pinching operations frequently and gross motor activities with fingers and hands continuously. Ability to perform firm grasping and fine manipulation with fingers and hands continuously. Ability to reach overhead frequently and perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders continuously. Ability to fully use both legs continuously and use lower extremities for balance and coordination frequently. Ability to reach in all directions continuously. Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted infrequently. Ability to lift/lower objects from/to floor and from/to 36 inches unassisted infrequently. Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. infrequently. Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force frequently. Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or both eyes continuously. Ability to see and recognize objects at various distances continuously. Ability to match or discriminate between colors continuously. Ability to determine distance and depth perception continuously. Good peripheral vision capabilities continuously. Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction, continuously. Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements continuously. Ability to manage stressful situations effectively continuously. Ability to work rotating shifts frequently and overtime as required frequently. Ability to work in a latex-safe environment continuously. Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions continuously.
Additional Information:
High school diploma or GED, along with current enrollment in an accredited educational program such as the AASM A-STEP introductory program, leading to certification as a polysomnographic sleep technologist. State licensure and/or professional certification requirements may vary based on position. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required, either from the American Heart Association (AHA) or an equivalent recognized organization.
If you enjoy collaborating with dynamic and enthusiastic individuals, you will find a rewarding career with us.
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
The Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.
