Polysomnographic Technologist -Mercy Sleep Center-FT

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Polysomnographic Technologist -Mercy Sleep Center-FT (Days)','Full-time','Professional Clinical/Allied Health','days','days','80','80','None','None','IOWA-DES MOINES-MERCY MEDICAL CENTER','','!*!GENERAL
SUMMARY:


A Polysomnographic Technologist
works under the general supervision of the clinical director (M.D., D.O., PhD)
or designee to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep
disorders.  This may involve
polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services or patient care and
education.  A Polysomnographic
Technologist can perform the duties defined for a Polysomnographic Technician
and may provide supervision of other staff.

 

ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS:


Gather and analyze patient information. 
Verify documentation and physician orders.Prepare and calibrate equipment required for testing to determine proper
functioning and make adjustments, if necessary.Apply electrodes and sensors according to accepted published standards.Performs diagnostic and therapeutic (CPAP, BIPAP) polysomnography, MSLT
and MWT.Performs CPAP downloads for all clinic visits and when directed by
physician.Performs polysomnographic data acquisition while monitoring study-tracing
quality to ensure signals are artifact-free and make adjustments, if necessary.Performs routine PAP mask fitting.Documents 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.Performs routine maintenance and upkeep of all computerized sleep
systems.Performs polysomnography record scoring and report generation.Oversees and performs difficult and unusual procedures and therapeutic
interventions.Manages own patient schedules and works with patients to troubleshoot
issues and concerns.Educates patient on equipment (i.e., actigraphy, home study and
oximetry), tracks equipment and produces report for physicians; cleans and
prepare equipment for next use.Meets with patients after physician appointment to review equipment
order, troubleshoot and answer any patient questions.Trains and mentors staff Polysomnography Technicians and students.Follows all procedure protocols.































 

MARGINAL
FUNCTIONS:


Assists with inventory and ordering of supplies.Educates and assists patients in use of nasal CPAP/BIPAP machines.Works directly with home care providers to ensure patients receive the
necessary equipment.Works directly with insurance companies in obtaining authorization for
use of equipment and supplies.Participates in training and quality assurance activities as requested by
supervisor.Other duties as assigned by the manager.










','!*!MINIMUM
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Successful completion of an accredited educational program leading to an
associate degree with an emphasis in polysomnography OR successful completion
of a polysomnography program of no less than one year duration associated with
a state licensed and/or nationally accredited educational facility or
equivalent experience and documented proficiency at all competencies required of
a Polysomnographic Technician.Certification by a nationally recognized certification board and holds
either the Registered Sleep Technologist (RST), or Registered Polysomnographic
Technologist (RPSGT). Licensed by the State of Iowa as a Polysomnographic
Technologist.Maintain the RPSGT credential and the State Licensure through educational
activity as outlined by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist
(BRPT) and State of Iowa.Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or
obtained within three (3) months of hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and
certification include American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
and American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.Proof of
completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within
three (3) months of hire.








','We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.','2017-R0139870','Mercy Medical Center','Polysomnographic Technologist -Mercy Sleep Center-FT (Days)

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