Polysomnographer

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The Registered Polysomnographic Technologist works under the general supervision of the Director of Sleep Services or designee to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders including in center and out of center sleep testing, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, comprehensive patient care and direct patient education. The Registered Polysomnographic Technologist is able to perform the duties defined for a sleep technologist and is able to provide oversight of other sleep center staff. The Registered Polysomnographic Technologist is credentialed in sleep technology.

to ensure collection of appropriate data.

• Follow lights out procedures to establish and document baseline values (such as body position, oxyhemoglobin saturation, respiratory and heart rates, etc.).
• Perform data acquisition while monitoring study-tracing quality to ensure signals are artifact-free. Identify, correct and document artifact.
• Document 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.
• Follow lights on procedures to verify integrity of collected data and complete the data collection process (e.g. repeat the physiological and instrument calibrations and instruct the patient on completing questionnaires, checking for completeness, etc.).
• Score clinical events (such as respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, arousals, etc.) Generate accurate reports by tabulating sleep / wake and clinical event data.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide age specific care in the treatment, assessment, and education of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to perform portable monitoring equipment preparation and data download.
• Perform patient education and instruction appropriate for out of center sleep testing.
• Demonstrate adherence to cleaning and disinfection procedures for portable monitoring devices.
• Sleep Study Preparation and Set-up
• Collect, analyze and integrate patient information in order to identify and meet the patient-specific needs (physical / mental limitations, current emotional / physiological status regarding the testing procedure, pertinent medical / social history).
• Determine final testing parameters / procedures in conjunction with the ordering physician or clinical director and laboratory protocols.
• Review the patients history and verify the medical order.
• When patient arrives, verify identification, collect documents and obtain consent for the study.
• Explain the procedure and orient the patient for either in center or out of center sleep testing.
• Select appropriate equipment and calibrate for testing to determine proper functioning and make adjustments, if necessary.
• Service Management and Professional Issues
• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and standards regarding safety and infection control issues.
• Perform routine equipment care and maintenance and inventory evaluation.
• Maintain certification in sleep technology.
• Acquire 10 Continuing Education Units (CEU) to maintain credential.
• Demonstrate computer skills appropriate for the position.
• Demonstrate customer service skills.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Follow HIPAA policies to maintain the privacy and security of patient information.
• Adhere to sleep center policies related to quality assurance.
• Evaluate sleep study related equipment and inventory.
• Demonstrate the ability to analyze complex situations and apply policy.
• Assist the medical director and / or Director of Sleep Services in all aspects of sleep center operations.Performs other duties as assignedComplies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Successful completion of an accredited educational program leading to a certificate Required orAssociate's Degree Required orwith an emphasis in sleep technology Required orSuccessful completion of a sleep technology program associated with a state licensed and / or a nationally accredited educational facility or equivalent experience and documented proficiency for all competencies required of a sleep technologist.Sleep Disorders Specialist or Registered Polysomnographer or Reg Sleep Technologist

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