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Mercy Health Polysomnography Technician- Sleep Lab in Defiance, Ohio
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This is a part time position.
Polysomnography Tech -- Defiance Hospital
SUMMARY:
Performs basic and advanced Polysomnography and related tasks. Scores and analyzes Polysomnographic data. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
*5% *- Calibrates all equipment necessary for PSG recording including oximeter, polygraph, CO2 monitor, etc.
5% - Interacts with patients to obtain vital signs, pertinent medical sleep history, and responds to basic patient needs and requests. Provides basic information to patients on equipment and recording procedures.
20% - Attaches electrodes and other recording devices to patients undergoing sleep studies according to standardized procedures. Removes and cleans all such devices at the completion of sleep study.
*30% *- Monitors PSG collection computers and make appropriate adjustments to produce quality PSC recordings free of artifact. Records observations of patient activities and technologist interventions. Able to troubleshoot as necessary to resolve problems with equipment/recordings.
10% - Scores sleep records for sleep stages, respiratory events, limb movements, and other parameters. Meets department standards for interscorer reliability.
20% - Titrates PAP devices and O2 during sleep study for optimal resolution of respiratory events and nocturnal desaturations. Conducts CPAP training and desensitization prior to start of CPAP study.
3% - Records written documentation of patient activity in patient's Sleep Center chart or electronic collection file.
*2% *- Maintains clean and orderly work area and cleans equipment per department policies. Replenishes supplies used in all phases of sleep study as needed.
*5% *- Stays current in the field of sleep technology by participation in the continuing education activities required for AASM accreditation.
EDUCATION:
Required minimum education: Highschool Diploma or GED
Preferred education: Vocational/Technical Degree - Science
- Combination of post-secondary education and experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
Licensure and Certifications:
Required: Registered, Board of Polysomnographic Technologists
QUALIFICATIONS:
*Minimum years and type of experience: *Commensurate with RPSGT Certification
Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: BLS certification, operate computers as basic level; must be able to take patient weight, height, blood pressure
