Polysomnographic Technician

A Certified Polysomnographic Technician is responsible for developing competency in and performing the basics of polysomnographic testing and associated interventions.

• Gather and analyze patient information, verifying medical orders and protocols.
• Register patients and verify insurance and demographic information, outpatient data, and other patient and family information as necessary.
• Explain pre-testing, testing, and post-testing procedures, as well as orient patients to the Sleep Lab.
• Prepare and calibrate equipment for testing, ensuring proper functioning.
• Apply electrodes and sensors according to accepted published standards.
• Perform physiologic calibrations to ensure proper signals.
• Perform routine positive airway pressure mask fitting.
• Follow procedural protocols to ensure collection of appropriate data.
• Identify and report signal abnormalities.
• Document routine observations, including sleep stages and clinical events, changes in procedure, and other significant events to facilitate scoring and interpretation of polysomnographic results.
• Assist with clerical duties, including scheduling, maintaining required data, ordering supplies and linen, managing patient files, and report distribution.
• Assist in compiling information for Performance Improvement programs.
• Score sleep and wake stages under the supervision of a Level II or III Polysomnographic Technician, applying professionally accepted guidelines.
• Score clinical events under the supervision of a Level II or III Polysomnographic Technician, applying professionally accepted guidelines.
• Complete accurate reports under the supervision of a Level II or III Polysomnographic Technician, tabulating sleep and wake and clinical event data.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience
• Certification(s) and License(s) as required by the organization

Geisinger Health System offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including full benefits starting on day one, three medical plan choices, pre-tax savings plans, company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage, 401(k) plan, generous paid time off, up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year, MyHealth Rewards wellness program, family-friendly support, Employee Assistance Program, and voluntary benefits.

Geisinger Health System is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves. We believe in collaboration, cooperation, and collegiality, and we encourage an atmosphere of mutual respect and open communication.