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We are seeking a highly skilled Polysomnography Technician to join our team at Children's Hospital & Medical Center. As a Polysomnography Technician, you will play a critical role in providing comprehensive evaluation of sleep disorders and delivering exceptional patient care.

• Patient Care
  • Gather and analyze patient information to identify and meet patient-specific needs.
  • Implement and prepare patient/caregiver education according to the plan of care.
  • Communicate education needs to patient/caregiver/staff at an understandable level and in a timely manner.
  • Document patient information accurately and in a timely manner.
• Testing Preparation Procedures
  • Prepare and calibrate equipment required for testing to determine proper functioning and make adjustments if necessary.
  • Apply electrodes and sensors according to accepted published standards.
  • Perform appropriate physiologic calibrations to ensure proper signals and make adjustments if necessary.
• Polysomnographic Procedures
  • Perform sleep studies on two patients on any given night according to accepted published standards.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate times to communicate with physician for direction on patient care issues.
  • Follow procedural protocols, including Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT), Maintenance of Wakefulness Test (MWT), and parasomnia studies.
  • Document routine observations, including sleep stages and clinical events, changes in procedure, and significant events.
• Polysomnographic Record Review
  • Identify sleep/wake stages by applying professionally accepted guidelines.
  • Identify clinical events, such as respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, and arousals, according to center-specific protocols.
• Service Management and Professional Issues
  • Knowledge of and practices risk management and safety precautions.
  • Charges are entered accurately and within identified time lines.
  • Comply with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, and standards regarding safety and infection control issues.
  • Perform routine and complex equipment care and maintenance.

• Education
  • High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Experience
  • Patient care experience preferred.
  • Pediatric experience preferred.
• Licenses and Certifications
  • BCLS - Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association required within 30 days of hire.
  • Completion of the Accredited Sleep Technologist Education Program (A-STEP), Online Self Study Modules through the American Academy of Sleep Medicine within 1 year required.

We are committed to providing a work environment that is inclusive, supportive, and fosters professional growth and development. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and making a positive impact in the lives of our patients and families.