POSITION OVERVIEW

Sets-up, perform and score sleep studies. Ensure proper functioning of the lab.

EDUCATION

• Registered as a polysomnography technologist by the American Board of

  Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (RPSGT)

• B.C.L.S. required.

EXPERIENCE

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of computers and applications; electronics an asset.
• Technical troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to work independently with a high level of initiative.
• Ability to cooperate with co-workers and supervisor.
• High degree of reliability.
• Good work and attendance record required.
• All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) [formerly Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH)] agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
• All employees of MGH are responsible to contribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH.
• All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co-workers through adherence to MGH’s policies and practices.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Sets-up, perform and score sleep studies. Ensure proper functioning of the lab.

EDUCATION

• Registered as a polysomnography technologist by the American Board of

  Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (RPSGT)

• B.C.L.S. required.

EXPERIENCE

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of computers and applications; electronics an asset.
• Technical troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to work independently with a high level of initiative.
• Ability to cooperate with co-workers and supervisor.
• High degree of reliability.
• Good work and attendance record required.
• All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) [formerly Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH)] agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
• All employees of MGH are responsible to contribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH.
• All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co-workers through adherence to MGH’s policies and practices.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs night-time sleep diagnostic tests.
• Score tests from previous nights testing.
• Maintains accurate records and participate in weekly sleep rounds.
• Participates in weekly sleep rounds.
• Receive patients and complete documentation.
• Orient patients to the lab, facilities and testing procedure.
• Set-up patients for study.
• Closely monitor patient during testing and maintain a written log of significant events.
• Titrate CPAP levels as required and contact home-care companies as indicated.
• Score previous nights studies and prepare charts for physician’s interpretation.
• Compile monthly statistics.
• Assess supplies/equipment and prepare requisitions to maintain an adequate inventory.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities.
• Ensure lab is ready for day-time activities prior to completion of shift.
• Keep Director informed of lab operations on a regular and frequent basis.
• Work safety in accordance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Other duties as assigned.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs night-time sleep diagnostic tests.
• Score tests from previous nights testing.
• Maintains accurate records and participate in weekly sleep rounds.
• Participates in weekly sleep rounds.
• Receive patients and complete documentation.
• Orient patients to the lab, facilities and testing procedure.
• Set-up patients for study.
• Closely monitor patient during testing and maintain a written log of significant events.
• Titrate CPAP levels as required and contact home-care companies as indicated.
• Score previous nights studies and prepare charts for physician’s interpretation.
• Compile monthly statistics.
• Assess supplies/equipment and prepare requisitions to maintain an adequate inventory.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities.
• Ensure lab is ready for day-time activities prior to completion of shift.
• Keep Director informed of lab operations on a regular and frequent basis.
• Work safety in accordance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Other duties as assigned.