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.
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locations
Sellersville, PA - 700 Lawn Ave
time type
Full time
posted on
Posted 4 Days Ago
job requisition id
R144822
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. Maintains a valid CPR certification at all times The Registered Polysomnographer performs sleep studies in a technical and efficient manner and scores sleep studies according to guidelines.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of a polysomnographer Demonstrates knowledge in the set-up and use of nasal CPAP, BiPAP, ASV, End Tidal CO2, Transcutaneous CO2, Home studies and oxygen Acquires study data per department policies including the initiation of video taping upon patient arrival Scores all in lab and home studies according to the latest practice parameters Handles lab chemicals with appropriate safety precautions to self and others Documents on study per policy Maintains log book for all studies performed Assists with training of new staff Completes Interscorer Reliability by the 15th of each month
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS
Sitting up to 8 hours per day in 4 hour increments. Standing up to 4 hours per day in 2 hour increments. Walking up to 2 hours per day in 15 minute increments. Frequently uses fingers to manipulate small electrodes, syringes, etc. Continuous use of hands for writing, operating equipment, etc. Occasional twisting and turning of hands and body. Occasional lifting/carrying of objects up to 25 pounds. Occasional pushing/pulling of equipment/patients up to 450 pounds. Occasional stooping/bending and reaching above shoulder level. Rarely crouches or kneels. Ability to feel needed in placing electrodes. Hearing as it pertains to normal, high, and low frequencies. Seeing as it pertains to general, near, far, color, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Visual monotony.
EDUCATION
Must be registered by one of the following. Registered by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (RPSGT). Registered by the American Board of Sleep Medicine (RST). Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT-SDS) Another organization that offers an equivalent examination accepted by the AASM. New Jersey Candidates-In addition to holding one of the registrations listed above, staff working in NJ also require an active NJ Polysomnographic Technologist License.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Successfully completed the requirements for registered polysomnography sleep tech. Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!! St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About Us Founded in 1872, St. Luke's University Health Network (SLUHN) is a fully integrated, regional, non-profit network of more than 23,000 employees providing services at 16 campuses and 350+ outpatient sites. With annual net revenue in excess of $4 billion, the Network's service area includes 11 counties in two states: Lehigh, Northampton, Berks, Bucks, Carbon, Montgomery, Monroe, Schuylkill and Luzerne counties in Pennsylvania and Warren and Hunterdon counties in New Jersey. St. Luke's hospitals operate the largest network of trauma centers in Pennsylvania, with the Bethlehem Campus being home to St. Luke's Children's Hospital. SLUHN is the only Lehigh Valley-based health care system to earn Medicare's five-star ratings (the highest) for quality, efficiency and patient satisfaction. It is both a Leapfrog Group and Healthgrades Top Hospital and a Newsweek World's Best Hospital. The Network's flagship University Hospital has earned the 100 Top Major Teaching Hospital designation from Premier 13 times total and eleven years in a row, including in 2023 when it was identified as THE #4 TEACHING
