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Polysomnography Technologist
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What they do
A Sleep Laboratory Technician, also known as a polysomnographic technician, performs tests and collects data on patients with sleep disorders. Responsible for giving patients explanations of the impending sleep tests and procedures, preparing equipment for the procedures, recording activities and analyzing results - all while working under the advisement of a clinical director and/or sleep technologist.
$76,865 / year median in Massachusetts
+8% projected growth
Job Description
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The McLean Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary Responsible 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. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions- 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; notifies proper personnel for equipment problems; cleans all equipment ensuring infection control
- Consults with physicians regarding patient studies as needed
- Maintains standards for completeness of quality improvement and quality control measurements
- May establish and implement performance improvements including education and staff development Qualifications Job Description Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Associate's Degree Health Sciences preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Basic Life Support [BLS Certification]
- Data Conversion
- Various Issuers preferred Registered Polysomnographic Technologist [RPSGT]
- Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists preferred Registered Polysomnographic Technologist [RPSGT]
- Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists preferred Registered Sleep Technologist [RST]
- American Board of Sleep Medicine preferred Experience Polysomnography Tech experience with multiple patient populations 1-2 years preferred Will work very independently and under general supervision to support the technical operations of the Sleep Reading Center.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to effectively evaluate and problem solve.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to guide, teach, and motivate others.
- Good business acumen skills.
Position:
Technologist will be responsible for providing comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders by conducting sleep studies and producing high quality sleep recordings. Attended overnight sleep studies are included as part of diagnostic testing for (open) inpatient psychiatric units.- Obtaining 16 channel artifact-free polysomnographic data on two patients per shift
- Titrating CPAP
- Calibrating equipment
- Providing patient care
Qualifications and Experience:
- 1+ year experience as a Sleep Technologist
- Registered Sleep Technologist preferred
- Scoring experience preferred Remote Type Onsite Work Location 115 Mill Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 0 Employee Type Per Diem Work Shift Night (United States of America) Pay Range $31.98
- $50.
EEO Statement:
1600 The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857- 282-7642.