Polysomnographic Tech - Registered

Job Overview

Registered Polysomnographic Technologist – Full-Time Nights. Epic Experience Preferred.

GLENWAY SLEEP DISORDER CENTER

This position provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders, which may involve polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services or patient care and education. The role may also be asked to take part in research projects and other unique laboratory procedures as directed by the Manager and/or Medical Director. The technologist functions independently to safely operate advanced medical equipment to record sleep/wake physiology, recognize sleep pathology, and respond with appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety and proper treatment.

Knowledge of normal cardiorespiratory, neurological, and sleep physiology, Basic Life Support certification, and the ability to perform special procedures such as Multiple Sleep Latency testing, infant/pediatric polysomnography, ambulatory monitoring, and patient education are required.

• High School Degree
• Graduate of a program leading to an Associate's Degree, or graduate of a program no less than 1 year long, or equivalent experience
• Certified as Registered Polysomnographic Technologist or equivalent
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
• RPSGT, R-EEGT, RRT or CRT‑SDS

Functions independently according to guidelines of the Sleep Disorders Center, interacting effectively with patients, coworkers, supervisor/manager, and medical director. Takes vital signs. Proficient at sleep staging and respiratory scoring. Detects high‑risk ventricular arrhythmias. Attends yearly EKG basic arrhythmia update course. Proficient in measuring, fitting, and titrating CPAP and bi‑level therapy to standards. Understands Tri Health policy and procedures, and follows the appropriate chain of command.

• Climbing – Rarely
• Concentrating – Consistently
• Continuous Learning – Consistently
• Hearing:
  Conversation – Frequently
• Hearing:
  Other Sounds – Frequently
• Interpersonal Communication – Frequently
• Kneeling – Frequently
• Lifting