Submission for the position: Polysomnography Technologist II - (Job Number: 24006922)
Shift: 8:00am-5:00pm with Rotating Call
Location: Round Rock Clinic
Setting: Outpatient - At Home Sleep Studies Only
JOB SUMMARY
The Polysomnography Technologist 2, under the direction of the Manager, coordinates the daily operations of the Sleep Laboratory. Within this framework, accountable for monitoring and accessing Sleep Lab quality, policies and procedures, staff and equipment performance. Communicates and educates patients and families regarding sleep disorders and treatments. Consults with referring physicians regarding patient results.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
- Performs polysomnographic studies in a clinical setting, including oxygen and nasal continuous positive airway pressure titrations.
- Scores studies and formulates reports for physician interpretation. Documents all pertinent patient events according to department policy.
- Communicates instructions, results, and relative information to patients, physicians, and family members.
- Calibrates and performs routine and troubleshooting maintenance on equipment, contacting manufacturers for repairs as needed. Notifies proper personnel for equipment problems. Cleans all equipment ensuring infection control.
- Consults regularly with the Medical Director regarding patient studies.
- Maintains standards for completeness of Continuous Quality Improvement and Quality Control measurements.
- Orients and trains new Sleep Lab employees.
- Establishes and implements performance improvements including education and staff development.
- Communicates concerns and/or problems with possible solutions to the Department Manager or Director.
- Maintains a current and complete Policy and Procedure Manual.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
- Advanced expertise of Polysomnographic Care modalities, therapies, equipment and medications.
- Must be able to read, write and follow flow chart protocols as appropriate.
- Must be able to communicate thoughts clearly; both orally and in writing.
- Must be able to work under stressful conditions.
- Must have critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Ability to follow established safety, infection control, and isolation procedures at all times.
- Able to proportion multiple demands and respond to time constraints.
- Ability to maintain and troubleshoot audio and video equipment.
- General computer skills, including but not limited to data entry, information security, electronic medical documentation, handheld scanning and email.
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following.
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level
QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - Associate's or 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
- EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
Polysomnography Tech (POLYTECH)
Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or CPR Required.
What We Do
Baylor Scott & White Health is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in the state of Texas. With total assets of $10.8 billion*, Baylor Scott & White Health has the vision and resources to provide its patients and members continued quality care while creating a model system for a dramatically changing healthcare environment. Baylor Scott & White Health includes 50 hospitals, 5,397 licensed beds, more than 1,000 patient care sites, close to 7,800 affiliated physicians, 48,000 employees, $9.1B total net operating revenue* and the Baylor Scott & White Health Plan.