Polysomnography Technician

at  Baylor Scott White Health

JOB SUMMARY

The Polysomnography Technologist 3 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - Associate’s or 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification

• EXPERIENCE - 3 Years of Experience

• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Basic Life Support (BLS)

• Polysomnography Tech (POLYTECH)

• 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.