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Dallas, TX
Polysomnographic Technologist
Dallas, TX
Zboncak LLC
Dallas, TX
Polysomnographic Technologist
  • Assist patients with anxiety
  • Recognizes and communicates changes in patient conditions in a timely manner; seeks assistance as necessary
  • Assists patients in preparing for sleep studies, and instructs patients on standard sleep study processes/procedures
  • Explain all assigned paperwork before and after testing
  • Provide a preliminary report to the day staff
  • Provides supervision and guidance to HSAT staff including xi PSG Technician II's
  • Oversees performance of sleep testing procedure to ensure quality
Los Angeles, CA
Reg Polysomnographic Technologist
Los Angeles, CA
Christiansen-Schinner
Los Angeles, CA
Reg Polysomnographic Technologist
  • Performs polysomnographic record scoring
  • Demonstrates professional work behavior and excellent customer service routinely in all interactions
  • Performs test preparation procedures
  • Performs other job functions as assigned or requested
  • Gathers and analyzes patient information
  • Performs polysomnographic procedures on patients under the general supervision of the physician (or designee) to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders
  • The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion
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Dallas, TX
Polysomnographic Technologist Lead
Dallas, TX
Steuber-McGlynn
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Dallas, TX
Polysomnographic Technologist Lead
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  • Performs all therapeutic and diagnostic modalities provided by the Department according to the established policies and procedures
  • Participates in departmental quality monitoring and improvement activities and assists other staff members to assure that quality patient care is provided
  • Performs polysomnographic data acquisition while monitoring study-tracing quality to ensure signals are artifact-free and makes adjustments, if necessary
  • Assist the Department Supervisor in the development, implementation and operation of new programs involving cardiopulmonary diagnostic testing
  • Provides coaching and first level of counseling for performance issues
  • Actively seek ways to demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and participate in professional development opportunities
  • Manage the patient's environment of care and care unit to ensure environmental safety
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Associate’s Degree in Creativity
Associate’s Degree in Creativity
California State University, Los Angeles
Associate’s Degree in Creativity
Skills Skills
  • Basic computer skills are essential for record analysis
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care
  • The ability to work effectively with medical staff personnel
  • Basic computer competencies to include word processing, spreadsheet and data base management
  • Scores sleep/awake stages by applying professionally accepted guidelines
  • Ability to work without direct supervision
  • Participates in/directs/initiates Polysomnography quality monitoring and improvement activities and assists other staff members to assure that quality patient care is provided
  • Complies with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, and standards regarding safety and infection control issues
  • Ability to deal with change
  • Excellent organizational abilities
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12 Polysomnographic Technologist resume templates

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Polysomnographic Technologist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Educates patients on sleep disorders, and the operation of sleep disorder devices
  • Assists patients in preparing for sleep studies, and instructs patients on standard sleep study processes/procedures
  • Acquisition of various Polysomnographic testing which meet acceptable technical criteria
  • Maintains patient records
  • Scores PSGs, MSLTs and MWTs
  • Assist patients with DME
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Polysomnographic Technologist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Reviews existing patient medical information, verifies physician orders prior to data collection, & implements lab protocols & procedures. Demonstrates knowledge regarding common sleep disorders. Demonstrates knowledge of & ability to perform standard testing procedures. Performs lab computer equipment calibrations correctly & in a timely manner. Demonstrates knowledge of the theory & operation of polygraphs. Demonstrates knowledgeable regarding the theory & operation of ancillary devices. Utilizes sleep clinic montages in an appropriate manner. Demonstrates the ability to troubleshoot technical problems in an effective & timely manner
  • Performs data acquisition & collection procedures according to established protocols & procedures. Correctly recognizes & eliminates artifact during data collection to meet quality standards. Provides medications to patients per physician orders & according to policy & procedures. Appropriately responds to patient care needs. Performs CPAP & Bi-level titrations according to Sleep Clinic policy & procedures. Provides comprehensive tech notes, & log sheets during polysomnograhic testing rocedures. Generates a comprehensive technologist report to reflect testing procedures, patient testing outcomes, & environmental influences. Conducts urine screen according to policy & procedure
  • Follows Infection Prevention policies & procedures. Practices universal precautions. Reports unsafe condition, immediately. Follows guidelines for emergency response during sleep recordings and/or testing procedures. Demonstrates knowledge of the emergency resuscitation procedure. Appropriately reprocesses packages & prepares supplies, according to Sleep Clinic policy & procedures for supply processing
  • Seeks resources for direction, when necessary. Adjusts communication to match special age-specific needs. Adjusts practice /selects equipment to accommodate age-specific needs. Demonstrates acceptance of patient & family regardless of race, gender, disease process, life-style, sexual orientation, religious or cultural beliefs. Responds w/ patient & nonpatient emergencies according to policies & procedures. Assists in conducting educational in-services to patients relating to procedure & equipment. Demonstrates ability to provide patient follow-up care & information in an efficient & timely manner. Maintains patient privacy
  • Two (2) years of experience as a Medical Assistant or other equivalent related health care experience
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Polysomnographic Technologist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Performs routine patient assessments
  • Scores sleep records and documents other test results
  • Collect and transmit biological specimens for analysis
  • Completion of a two-year Associate Degree program approved by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) in Sleep Lab Polysomnography or graduate from an AMA School of Respiratory Therapy preferred
  • Minimum of Two (2) years of experience as a Polysomnographic Technologist in a sleep lab with extensive technical and clinical skills in sleep disorders
  • Registered as a Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) from the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BRPT), or eligible for registration is required
  • Current BLS required upon hire
  • Pediatric experience preferred
  • APT registry or certification with extensive technical and clinical skills in sleep disorders desired
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Polysomnographic Technologist Resume Examples & Samples

  • A minimum of 2 years experience as an RPSGT
  • Registered by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists
  • CEU’s as outlined by the BRPT
  • A combination of clinical experience and/or training to satisfy one of the 6 eligibility pathways required by the BRPT
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Polysomnographic Technologist, Grade Resume Examples & Samples

  • Distributes ambulatory equipment. instructs patients regarding hook-up procedure & testing process for overnight testing. Accurately & securely applies electrodes & sensors to patient, using universal standards, & according to clinic policy & procedures. Accurately & safety inserts Pes according to clinic policy & procedures. Appropriately fits patient for nasal mask during titration tests
  • Manages information utilizing appropriate manual or electronic systems. Demonstrates knowledge & proficiency w/ file management system. Maintains confidentiality. Documents clinical information accurately & completely & within specified time. Adequately displays attention to detail in the laboratory environment. Demonstrates the ability to analyze data in a methodical, detail oriented, organized & timely manner. Maintains an expected competency rate of one & half hours per file for data analysis. Reviews consults & books appts
  • Twelve (12) to Eighteen (18) months of experience in the field of Polysomnography required
  • Aptitude in utilizing standard laboratory equipment preferred
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Polysomnographic Technologist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Provides supervision and guidance to HSAT staff including xi PSG Technician II's
  • Oversees performance of sleep testing procedure to ensure quality
  • Ensures environment is prepared to receive patients
  • Reviews history of patients scheduled for testing to utilize in making appropriate patient care decisions
  • Ensures supply levels meet program needs
  • Identifies equipment needs and ensures timely notification of need for repair
  • Reports environmental safety issues to appropriate persons in a timely manner
  • Effectively intervenes to ensure optimal functioning of the Sleep Center
  • Assists, resolves, or appropriately refers customer service issues
  • Recognizes and communicates changes in patient conditions in a timely manner; seeks assistance as necessary
  • Provides coaching and first level of counseling for performance issues
  • Ensures job tasks have been completed including tasks delegated to other sleep center staff
  • Follows through on delegated tasks and able to prioritize requests appropriately
  • Serves as safety warden and implements safety procedures as necessary
  • Communicates and discusses changes in hospital and departmental policies, procedures and processes with Sleep Center staff
  • Proactively facilitates sleep testing, anticipates obstacles and intervenes effectively
  • Recognizes conflict and intervenes appropriately and in a timely manner
  • Trouble shoots equipment and acquisition system issues
  • Provides direct patient care in all clinical aspects of data acquisition as needed
  • Scores sleep studies
  • Provides orientation and training to new employees to ensure competency as directed by the Assistant Manager. Provides on-site education of staff and medical staff to meet current standards and practice guidelines
  • Assists with monitoring quality of Sleep Center through appropriate audit systems
  • Collaborates with Assistant Manager and Manager on special projects based on department need
  • Ensures compliance with accreditation standards
  • Contributes to the development of a positive staff morale work environment
  • Sets the tone and models behaviors that demonstrate an atmosphere of respect and courtesy
  • Ensures patient safety goals are met
  • Follows tenants for patient and family centered care
  • Utilizes the PSN reporting system to document unexpected or untoward events
  • Ensures staff functions within safety, infection control, emergency and equipment guidelines
  • Meets attendance standards
  • Consistently wears identification badge and introduces self to patients
  • Ensures adequate medical record documentation to facilitate billing and coding
  • Utilizes chain of command appropriately
  • Seeks learning experiences (conferences, lectures) to further knowledge and expertise in sleep medicine
  • Proctoring or precepting experience
  • Medical or science background preferred
  • Patient care experience
  • Graduate of AMA-approved school of Respiratory Care, neurodiagnostics or polysomnography
  • Competency in scoring
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Polysomnographic Technologist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Performs all therapeutic and diagnostic modalities provided by the Department according to the established policies and procedures
  • Performs patient assessment, evaluating the appropriateness of the therapy ordered and making suggestions as to how the patient might be best served
  • Develops and implements plans of care for patients receiving respiratory therapy services and participates in patient care conferences regarding such plans of care with other health care providers
  • Develops and implements patient education programs related to respiratory care and treatment of respiratory diseases and acts as a resource for other staff members with regard to performance of procedures within their realm of expertise
  • Participates in departmental quality monitoring and improvement activities and assists other staff members to assure that quality patient care is provided
  • Performs all procedures thoroughly and accurately
  • Maintains work areas in a well-organized and neat manner
  • Demonstrates awareness of self-responsibility and accountability for personal and professional growth
  • Demonstrates self-directed learning, participates in continuing education by attendance at scheduled meetings and in-services, and completes all annual learning requirements
  • Performs other related duties as assigned or requested
  • Assist the Department Supervisor in the development, implementation and operation of new programs involving cardiopulmonary diagnostic testing
  • Participate in the pulmonary rehabilitation program
  • Performs all Polysomnography procedures as ordered by the physician
  • Collects, analyze and integrate patient information in order to identify and meet the patient-specific needs, and to determine final testing parameters/procedures in conjunction with the ordering physician and laboratory protocol
  • Prepares and calibrates equipment required for testing to determine proper functioning and makes adjustments as necessary
  • Applies electrodes and sensors according to acceptable published standards
  • Performs appropriate physiological calibrations to ensure proper signals and makes adjustments as necessary
  • Performs Positive Airway Pressure (PAP) mask fitting
  • Follows procedural protocols to ensure collection of appropriate data
  • Follows “lights out” procedures to establish and document baseline values
  • Performs polysomnographic data acquisition while monitoring study-tracing quality to ensure signals are artifact-free and makes adjustments, if necessary
  • Documents routine observations, including sleep stages and clinical events, changes in procedures, and other significant events in order to facilitate scoring and interpretation of polysomnographic results
  • Implements appropriate interventions
  • Follows “lights on” procedures to verify integrity of collected data and completes the data collection process
  • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide age specific care in the treatment, assessment, and education of pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients
  • Scores sleep/awake stages by applying professionally accepted guidelines
  • Scores clinical events with center protocols
  • Generates accurate reports by tabulating sleep/awake and clinical event date
  • Complies with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, and standards regarding safety and infection control issues
  • Performs routine and complex equipment care and maintenance
  • Evaluate sleep study related equipment and inventory
  • Responds to study participant’s procedural related inquiries by providing appropriate information and any education needed
  • Maintains equipment and competencies to perform tasks
  • Participates in/directs/initiates Polysomnography quality monitoring and improvement activities and assists other staff members to assure that quality patient care is provided
  • Maintains work area in a well-organized and neat manner
  • Computer and/or keyboarding skills required
  • Excellent human relations and oral/written communication
  • Excellent organizational abilities
  • Demonstrated teamwork skills
  • Demonstrates a positive attitude towards initiating continuous improvement
  • Ability to respond appropriately even in challenging situations
  • Requires frequent sitting and walking
  • Requires frequent to climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
  • Work may require the ability to taste or smell
  • Requires periodic lifting of up to 50 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 100 pounds
  • Overall vision is required, including reading, close-up work, color vision; peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
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Polysomnographic Technologist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Provide for the individual rights of patients receiving services of the medical center
  • Provide appropriate routine diagnostic procedures as prescribes following the sleep diagnostic policy and procedure manual and sleep medicine standards of care
  • Manage the patient's environment of care and care unit to ensure environmental safety
  • Demonstrate a commitment to patient safety as defined by the facility's patient safety plan
  • Licensed by the state of Tennessee
  • Registered as a polysonographer
  • 3-5 years experience as RPSGT preferred but not required
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Polysomnographic Technologist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Basic computer competencies to include word processing, spreadsheet and data base management
  • The ability to work effectively with medical staff personnel
  • Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and judgment in anticipating and solving problems
  • For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see following description
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care
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Polysomnographic Technologist Resume Examples & Samples

  • RPSGT, Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technology certification-Required
  • Current American Heart Association BLS certification required by AASM, AAST/BRPT and department regulations-Required
  • Successful completion of an educational program with emphasis in Polysomnography or minimum three years experience in field - Required
  • Associate Degree or higher - Desired
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Polysomnographic Technologist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Schedules appointments for patients to visit sleep disorder clinic
  • Conducts initial education and orientation session as per department guidelines
  • Enters referrals into Health Connect
  • Provides patients with home diagnostic equipment and instructs them on its use
  • Downloads home studies, scores raw data and forwards the results to the physician
  • Reviews results from outside laboratories
  • Under direction of physician, communicates sleep study results and recommendation to patients
  • Assists patients to understand their covered benefits and obtain therapeutic equipment
  • Dispense CPAP and related equipment: Performs CPAP auto titration; Dispense CPAP equipment and accessories and performs mask fittings; and Assists patients with equipment problems
  • Maintains equipment and supplies used by clinic for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes
  • Minimum two (2) years of experience as a sleep apnea technician or polysomnographic technologist, preferred
  • This position will support 2 depts Pulmonary Function Lab & Sleep Med Lab as needed
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Polysomnographic Technologist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Experience:Prior training in an allied health profession with two years of polysomnographic technology experience if not a licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner or Registered EEG Technologist
  • Knowledge:Knowledge of cardiorespiratory function, sleep physiology and neurology is essential in providing the basis for monitoring polysomnograms and recognizing pathology that requires treatment. Understanding of physics, medical electronics, in-depth medical terminology, with emphasis on pulmonology, neurology, and sleep-related pharmacology. Understanding of psychological processes related to sleep/wake disturbances. Proven verbal and written skills required
  • Special Skills/Equipment:Ability to operate multi-channel polysomnographic recorders, interfacing the following physiological parameters; respiratory airflow/effort, electroencephalogram, electrocardiogram, electromyogram, and pulse oximetry. This position also has skills in administration of oxygen, nasal CPAP, suction devices, and employs ventilatory assist devices in accordance with established protocols. CPR certification is required. This position also may perform special procedures such as multiple sleep latency testing, nocturnal penile tumescence, infant/pediatric polysomnograms, ambulatory monitoring, and patient education. The polysomnographic technologist analyzes the polysomnogram, identifying normal/abnormal patterns and artifacts; and generates a report that accurately summarizes the patients sleep stages, respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, arousal analysis, and other clinical events. Basic knowledge of computers is essential for record analysis
  • Physical Requirements: Ability to aid disabled patients in transfer from bed to toilet; lifting supplies and equipment of up to 40 pounds
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Polysomnographic Technologist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Successful completion of an accredited educational program leading to an associate degree with an emphasis in polysomnography
  • Successful completion of a polysomnography program or respiratory care program associated with a state licensed and/or a nationally accredited educational facility with documented proficiency at all competencies required of a Sleep Technician or equivalent experience
  • Associates of Applied Science degree or equivalent
  • Two (2) years’ experience in working as a Polysomnographic Technologist
  • Current registration/certification in EMG, EEG or Respiratory Therapy
  • Two (2) years’ work experience as a Respiratory Therapist
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Polysomnographic Technologist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Experience in Polysomnography, EEG or other Allied Health field
  • Successful completion of an accredited program in Polysomnography
  • Registered/ Certified in Polysomnography or EEG or applicable documented license/certification indicated at time of hire
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Polysomnographic Technologist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Performs patient evaluations
  • Performs overnight polysomnograms
  • Performs CPAP/BiPAP titration
  • Performs split night NPSG/CPAP studies
  • Performs multiple sleep latency testing
  • Scores and completes documentation of sleep studies
  • Communicates with others in sleep center
  • Manages environment
  • Manages costs
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Polysomnographic Technologist Lead Resume Examples & Samples

  • Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) credential
  • Documented training/proficiency in Polysomnography
  • 2 years of experience in Polysomnography
  • Strong analytical and detail-oriented skills, interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to shift readily from task to task while maintaining a quality work product and properly prioritizing tasks
  • Ability to manage time effectively and work well under pressure
  • Demonstrated ability to train/precept others and act as a resource to less experienced technicians
  • After hire in this role, must complete Leadership Classes through Providence Academy
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Polysomnographic Technologist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Analyzes the polysomnogram, identifying normal/abnormal patterns and artifacts; and generates a report that accurately summarizes the patients sleep stages, respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, arousal analysis, and other clinical events
  • Assists with clerical work such as answering phones, making charts, updating the database, registering patients
  • Assists with set-up and break-down of AWAKE meetings
  • Participates in research projects and expansion projects upon request
  • Performs special procedures such as multiple sleep latency testing, nocturnal penile tumescence, infant/pediatric polysomnograms, ambulatory monitoring, and patient education. Performs Multiple Sleep Latency Tests (MSLT), Maintenance of Wakefulness Tests (MWT), Nocturnal Penile Tumescence (NPT), and CO2 studies when indicated
  • Provides equipment troubleshooting including uses of filters to correct various artifacts, including sweat, 60 Hz, electrode popping, and EKG, on the tracings. Corrects signal malfunctions from Patient to computer using a digital multi-meter or equipment switching method
  • Corrects errors generated from the computer such as disk full, power failure, montage and calibration errors
  • Provides patient assessments pre and post study
  • Relaxes patients prior to them using invasive and non-invasive respiratory assisted devices and titrates appropriately according to protocol and physician orders
  • Reviews patient charts and questionnaires for potential equipment and medical problems. Identifies atypical occurrences or change in patient condition or behavior, modifies testing as needed, documents in the chart and notifies the physician
  • Sterilizes equipment. Organizes materials such as equipment cables, supplies and equipment. Cleans sleep center facility as needed
  • Current State of California license as a Polysomnographic Technologist from the medical Board or Respiratory Care Practitioner from the Respiratory Care Board is required
  • Registered Polysomnographic Technologist with the Board of Registered Polysomnographic technologist (BRPT) or a Graduate of Respiratory Care Program accredited by the Committee on Acreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) is preferred
  • Knowledge of cardio respiratory function, sleep physiology and neurology is essential
  • Must have understanding of physics, medical electronics, in-depth medical terminology, with emphasis on pulmonology, neurology, and sleeprelated pharmacology; and psychological processes related to sleep/wake disturbances
  • Experience in an acute care facility as a Respiratory Care Practitioner is preferred
  • Experience in a Sleep Disorders Center is highly desirable
  • Basic computer skills are essential for record analysis
  • Proven verbal and written skills required. Ability to perform Polysomnographic studies is required
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Polysomnographic Technologist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Minimum of two years clinical/technical experience in the field of sleep required
  • Good equipment/troubleshooting skills required
  • Experience with equipment utilized in the scope of practice required
  • Proficient with computer technology required
  • Registered Polysomnography Technician (RPSGT) by Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) or the American Polysomnography Technologist Association OR Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) by American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) within two years of hire or transfer date required
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate required
  • Prior scoring experience preferred
  • Previous clinical experience as a respiratory therapist preferred
  • Graduate from an American Medical Association (AMA) approved respiratory care program preferred
  • Previous EPIC experience preferred
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and licensed in the State of Nebraska preferred
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Polysomnographic Technologist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Collects, analyzes & integrates patient information in order to identify & meet the patient specific needs (physical/mental limitations, current emotional/psychological status regarding the testing procedure, pertinent medical/social history), & to determine final testing parameter in conjunction w/ the ordering physician or clinical director protocols
  • Instructs & educates patient in preparing for treatment for sleep related breathing disorders, operation of equipment, sleep apnea, & instruction & demonstration on use of home recording equipment
  • Handles all testing preparation procedures such as calibrating equipment required for testing to determine proper functioning & making adjustments if needed, applies electrodes & sensors according to accepted standards, performs appropriate physiologic calibrations to ensure proper signals, & performs positive airway pressure (PAP) mask fitting
  • Monitors patient’s compliance & effectiveness of treatment. Reviews follow up testing results & adjusts therapeutic program accordingly
  • Perfoms Polysomnographic record scoring by analyzing sleep studies applying professionally accepted guidelines. Generates accurate reports by tabulating sleep/wake & clinical event data
  • Completes orders for outside in lab testing & completes orders sent to Apria
  • Trouble shoots equipment w/ recording, downloads, computers & printers
  • In addition to defined technical requirements, accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors & principles defined by the KP Service Quality Credo, the KP Mission as well as specific departmental/organizational initiatives Also accountable for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, & behaviors necessary to provide superior & culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, & to purchasers, contracted providers & vendors
  • One (1) year of work experience as a registered polysomnographic technologist with patient interaction required
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Polysomnographic Technologist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Proficiently scores using standards of lab, i.e. R&K, AASM
  • Generate report and scoring impression for physician interpretation
  • Technologist will explain to the patient in detail about sleep disorders and polysomnogram procedure
  • Technologist will explain PAP therapy and other treatment options that may be evaluated during testing
  • Inform patient about procedure and collect any pertinent information that applies to the polysomnogram
  • Apply electrodes and monitors according to policy standards for testing
  • Educate patient on PAP interface and provide appropriate PAP interface fitting
  • Document values for SpO2, respiratory, heart rates, sleep stages, and any other clinical events during testing
  • Ensure artifact free recordings, troubleshooting as needed
  • Implement and titrate appropriate therapy per lab protocol. (O2, PAP)
  • Provide a preliminary report to the day staff
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Reg Polysomnographic Technologist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Demonstrates competency in performing polysomnographic procedures, including knowledge of event characteristics (e.g., respiratory, cardiac, sleep stage, seizures, etc.) and ability to take appropriate action
  • Ability to summarize and report polysomnographic data in narrative form
  • Basic computer operations skills including use of Windows operating system
  • Positive interpersonal skills with patients, their families, physicians, department staff and other members of hospital staff
  • Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment in a professional area
  • Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of own and others’ work flow
  • Performs polysomnographic procedures on patients under the general supervision of the physician (or designee) to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders
  • Gathers and analyzes patient information
  • Performs test preparation procedures
  • Performs polysomnographic record scoring
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Polysomnographic Technologist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certificate
  • Certification by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist or equivalent or registration/certification as a Respiratory Therapist
  • RPSGT registry eligible or must take and pass the RPSGT exam within 6 months from date of hire
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Polysomnographic Technologist Resume Examples & Samples

  • Registration by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist required, or ability to pass the registration examination within 18 months of eligibility
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) - Healthcare provider (must be AHA accredited)
  • Three years' experience in an AASM accredited sleep center and complete polysomnography training in the Sleep Laboratory