Registered Polysomnographic Sleep Technologist - Springfield Regional Medical Center

Registered Polysomnographic Sleep Technologist – Springfield Regional Medical Center

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• Prepares the patient, explains the procedure; reviews clinical data from patient medical record and by patient interview and bases testing modalities on information obtained; operates polysomnographic equipment to obtain diagnostic recordings following established protocols while manually controlling the equipment to obtain the requested pertinent waveforms from the area being studied; deciphers normal from abnormal results to obtain appropriate or additional tests which demonstrate the abnormality.
• Documents detailed, accurate technical reports to aid physicians in interpretation of test data; reviews studies with physicians to clarify any discrepancies and does additional testing when necessary.
• Administers various neurodiagnostic procedures without direct supervision while utilizing the appropriate protocols; monitors the quality of tests being conducted while ensuring prudent resource management; follows hospital and departmental policies and procedures; maintains a clean work area.
• Helps coordinate patient scheduling, receives patient payments, reviews patient charges and assists with general office tasks.
• Demonstrates proficiency and remains current in the neurodiagnostic field by maintaining continuing education requirements.
• Performs sleep staging and event scoring per American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) guidelines to decipher normal from abnormal results; may perform monthly Interscorer Reliability QA and reporting depending upon departmental need.
• Troubleshoots all polysomnographic and office equipment.

• BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required before patient care)
• Polysomnography State Licensure if applicable based upon state of practice (preferred; required if practicing in Virginia)
• Must have one of the following (required):
  • Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) certification by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (required upon hire in South Carolina; permanent exemption for ventilation by non‑RCPs required for all non‑RTs & RTs whose license is no longer active in South Carolina)
  • Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) certification by the American Board of Sleep Medicine
  • Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RT) in state of practice – Sleep Disorder Specialist (SDS) credential (required for RTs; preferred in South Carolina)

High school diploma or equivalent (required).

At least one year of previous experience in neurophysiology or sleep disorders medicine (preferred).

None.

None.

• Neonates (0–4 weeks)
• Infant (1–12 months)
• Pediatrics (1–12 years)
• Adolescents (13–17 years)
• Adults (18–64 years)
• Geriatrics (65 years and older)

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
• May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
• May have periods of constant interruptions.
• May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.
• General office environment.
• May be required to travel to alternative locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
• Prolonged periods of working alone.
• Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

• Clinical Skills
  • Proficient with computers, sleep equipment, devices and software.
  • Accuracy with data entry and Microsoft Office.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of guidelines pertaining to sleep medicine and testing.
  • Analytical skills.
  • Strategic thinking and planning.
• Interpersonal Skills
  • Ability to separate personal from professional interactions and maintain professional/ethical boundaries.
  • Ability to learn and implement new procedures and adapt to emerging community needs.
  • Cultural competency and ability to work with diverse populations.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Communication and collaboration skills.
  • Critical thinking.
  • Teamwork.
  • Conflict resolution.

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