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Polysomnography Technician

2 months ago


Artesia, New Mexico, United States Artesia General Hospital Full time

Position Overview:

The Polysomnographic Technician plays a crucial role in supporting the Technologist with comprehensive sleep studies and evaluations, as well as implementing related interventions under the direct oversight of a certified Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) and/or the clinical director (MD, PhD, DO) or their designated representative.

Key Responsibilities:

As a vital member of the healthcare team, the technician contributes to achieving departmental goals and objectives by:

  • Meeting all targets outlined on the organizational performance dashboard.
  • Exhibiting a strong customer service orientation.
  • Achieving positive feedback in patient satisfaction surveys, aiming for the 90th percentile or higher.

The RPSGT is expected to demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:

  • Collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing patient data to address individual needs, including mental, physical, psychological, and relevant medical and social histories.
  • Preparing and calibrating necessary equipment for testing, while assessing the maintenance needs of sleep devices and software.
  • Applying electrodes and sensors in accordance with established standards.
  • Conducting physiological calibrations to ensure accurate signal acquisition and making adjustments as needed.
  • Assisting with positive airway pressure (PAP) titration studies and mask fittings in line with published guidelines.
  • Adhering to procedural protocols for PSG, CPAP, Bi-level, MWT, and MSLT to ensure the accurate collection of data.
  • Documenting routine observations, including sleep stages and clinical occurrences, as per the procedural manual.
  • Supporting qualified personnel in implementing appropriate interventions to guarantee safe and high-quality patient care.
  • Demonstrating the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-specific care in treatment and assessment.
  • Managing administrative tasks such as answering calls, scheduling appointments, and addressing patient inquiries.
  • Handling medical records and ensuring compliance with documentation requirements.
  • Ordering and replenishing departmental supplies and maintaining necessary forms and paperwork.
  • Keeping accurate records of patient information, procedure schedules, and billing documentation.
  • Informing the Medical Director and supervisor about patients requiring modifications in their care plans.
  • Assisting in data collection as assigned.
  • Completing departmental documentation and record-keeping in accordance with established policies.
  • Performing equipment maintenance, preparation, cleaning, and sterilization as directed.
  • Educating patients on the use of medical equipment and supplies under the supervision of the department director.

Cost Awareness:

Demonstrates awareness of the efficient use of supplies and materials.

Team Collaboration:

Actively participates as a valued member of departmental meetings.

Interpersonal Skills:

Collaborates effectively with other healthcare team members and resolves issues using the appropriate channels.

Attention to Detail:

Produces work with minimal errors.

Time Management:

Utilizes time effectively, producing expected volume and quality of work, completing tasks on schedule, and establishing priorities appropriately.

Customer Relations:

Treats all internal and external customers with courtesy, compassion, and respect, ensuring effective communication.

Written Communication:

Expresses ideas clearly in writing, maintaining correct grammar, organization, and structure.

Attendance:

Maintains punctuality and dependability, attending all required meetings and completing in-service training as necessary.

Compliance:

Adheres to the code of conduct, maintains confidentiality, and conducts responsibilities ethically.

Professional Development:

Assumes responsibility for ongoing professional growth and continuing education, ensuring compliance with professional standards.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Possesses a thorough understanding of respiratory function and demonstrates the ability to meet age-specific patient needs.

Environmental Conditions:

The work environment involves daily patient interactions, which may include exposure to bodily fluids.