Polysomnographic Technologist
Intermountain Health - New York, New York, us, 10261Work at Intermountain Health
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To show our commitment to you and to assist with your transition into our organization, we will also offer up to a $5,000 bonus.SHIFT: 3 - 12 hour overnight shifts, variable nights
ScopeAs a Polysomnographic Tech you need to know how to:Demonstrates ability to operate equipment and perform all sleep lab procedures.Performs patient hook-up and machine calibrations according to department policy.Follows department procedures to ensure the most accurate data collection.Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to comprehend Polysomnographic acquisitions, initiate treatment, and follow decision trees based on findings.Routinely scored one of two studies acquired to include report preparation for physician analysis and recommendations.Records routine observations, including sleep stages and clinical events, changes in procedure, and other significant events in order to facilitate scoring and interpretation of Polysomnographic results.Routinely performs 12-week follow-up phone calls (2 to 4/night per tech) per AASM requirements.Complies with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, and standards regarding safety and infection control issues.Participates in equipment care and maintenance. Identifies and reports any abnormalities.Conducts patient educations and adjusts teaching techniques according to patient needs.Participates in the inter-scorer reliability program (ISR) and meets scoring QA criteria within 85% agreement with the Gold Standard..
Minimum QualificationsRegistered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) with 2 years experience in sleep diagnostics OR new graduate who is RPSGT eligible.American Heart Association BLS required by start dateBasic MS Office and Windows skills, requiredPrior experience with Sleep Ware G3 computerized acquisition system, preferred