Polysom Tech I

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Performs diagnostic sleep studies related to the evaluation and treatment of patients with sleep disorders.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

For West Virginia, Ohio, and Maryland locations:

1. Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) with 18 months Sleep Lab experience;
OR
Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) with 2-5 years sleep lab experience;
OR
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with 1-2 years of Respiratory Therapist experience;
OR
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) with 1-2 years Respiratory Therapy experience
2. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date
3. Designated registry as a Polysomnography Tech must be obtained within 30 months of hire as a Polysom Tech.

For Pennsylvania locations:

1. Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) with 18 months Sleep Lab experience;
OR
Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) with 2-5 years sleep lab experience;
OR
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with 1-2 years of Respiratory Therapist experience;
OR
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) with 1-2 years Respiratory Therapy experience
2. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date
3. Designated registry as a Polysomnography Tech.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Associates Degree in an Allied Health Field, or Graduate of a Respiratory Therapy program.
2. WV Respiratory License.
3. RT’s with 1-2 years sleep lab experience
4. Hospital patient care work experience 

5. ACLS Certification within 90 days of hire

CORE JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Assures the completion of all patient testing procedures at the Sleep Center and in the hospital ensuring high-quality and efficient studies.
2. Ensures proper documentation in the Tech Notes, acquisition equipment and patient chart.
3. Performs sleep studies in accordance with the policy and procedure guidelines of the Sleep Evaluation Center, at the bedside and in critical care areas of the hospital.
4. Prepares initial data for use by the physician in the formulation of sleep reports according to established department guidelines.
5. Uses AIDET Communications Process (acknowledge, introduce, duration, explanation and thank you) and informs the patient and family regarding the nature and significance of the study performed.
6. Accurately observes, records, and reports all patient concerns, symptoms, and reactions in a timely manner.
7. Demonstrates the knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department policies and procedures
8. Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of the equipment, procedure rooms and work areas of the Sleep Evaluation Center.
9. Maintains CEU requirements and participates in department education and in-services.
10. Assists in the instruction and hands-on technical training of trainees, house-staff, and medical staff both inside and outside of the institution.
11. Participates in meeting the goals and objectives of the work unit and department by volunteering to assist co-workers, contributing ideas and problem solving with co-workers, as observed by supervision.
12. Scores sleep studies according to American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) guidelines.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Ability to lift, push, or pull minimum of 40 pounds. 
2. Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. 
3. The flexibility to work during unscheduled hours.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Performs sleep studies in accordance with policy and procedure guidelines in the Sleep Evaluation Center, at the bedside and in critical care areas of the hospital.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Good verbal and written skills
2. Ability to communicate appropriately with physicians, staff, and patients.

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals

Cost Center:

136 WVUH Neuro Sleep Lab

Address:

205 Bakers Ridge Road

Morgantown

West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.