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Berkshire Health Systems

Polysomnographic 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

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Job Description

Three 12 hour shifts per week.
DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION
This role performs comprehensive polysomnographic testing and analysis, and associated interventions under the general supervision of a Polysomnographic Technologist (RST, RPSGT, CPSGT) and/or the clinical director (MD, PhD, DO) or designee. A Polysomnographic Technician can provide supervision of a Polysomnographic Trainee. PSG-Tech may assist technologists in scoring, cleaning of equipment, rooms, making phone calls, etc.. depending of SDC needs & level of his or her training.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
(Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)
Experience:
Six months of experience as a Polysomnographic Trainee with documented proficiency in all required competencies is preferred.
Education and Training:
High school diploma or GED Successful completion of a polysomnography program, of no less than one year duration, associated with a state licensed and/or a nationally accredited educational facility preferred. One year of post-secondary education or current enrollment in an accredited educational program leading to a certificate or associate degree with an emphasis in sleep technology or college education preferred.
License, Certification & Registration:
CPR Other Requirements:
Demonstrate effective written and spoken communication skills. Demonstrate appropriate social skills. Demonstrate ability to learn and follow direction.