Registered Polysomnography Technologist Level II

Description A Brief Overview

$10,000.00 sign-on bonus for eligible external hires

Registered Polysomnography Technologist
- Level II performs polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services, Home Sleep Apnea Testing, patient care and education and works under the general supervision of the Supervisor and Medical Directors to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. May serve as a preceptor to PSG Trainee and/or Technician in all age groups and settings. May need to travel to various sleep lab locations based on department needs to cover patient care and other duties as assigned.

• Perform appropriate scoring of both adult and pediatric sleep studies.
• Perform testing procedures PSG, titration studies, MSLT, MWT, PAP Nap, HSAT, other sleep procedures, and provide effective respiratory care according to UHC Sleep Center protocols.
• Identifies and corrects machine malfunctions.
• Collaborates with Sleep Center staff, and members of other disciplines to ensure a strong team and contribute to the achievement of the operational goals of the assigned area.
• Provides education and age appropriate care to patients and families through the entire age spectrum, including 0 through 18 years, adults, and geriatric populations.
• Takes responsibility for adherence to professional standards, self-development, and participation in quality improvement activities.
• Competent in the proper use of PPE.

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.