Polysomnograph Advanced Sleep Tech

Polysomnograph Advanced Sleep Tech - (Job Number: 127936)

-- Polysomnograph Advanced Sleep Tech - (Job Number: 127936) Description Perform sleep studies, monitoring patients during all stages of sleep; trial therapeutic interventions and evaluate their effectiveness with all studies conducted at KPs Sleep Center. Essential Functions: * Measure and observe sleep and EEG dysfunctions by utilizing various monitors simultaneously in a safe and effective manner. This requires use of computerized sleep lab system. * Utilizing protocols developed by Sleep Medical Directors and PSGTs, provide therapeutic interventions for observed sleep dysfunction, measure and evaluate the results of interventions and make necessary adjustments resulting in a prescription for durable medical equipment. * Take a detailed sleep history from the patient and screen patients for appropriateness of testing. Participate in outpatient monthly sleep study reviews. * Educate patients to testing and therapeutic procedures. Maintain an effective rapport with patient to facilitate patient compliance with procedures. Provide appropriate discharge instructions. * Perform safe and correct operation of equipment. Provide required equipment maintenance. Exhibit comprehensive knowledge and skill in interfacing computer-based information system and patient monitoring systems. * Maintain necessary quality and quantity control programs. Utilize a department specific quality assurance program in collaboration with the medical director and supervisor. Periodically review procedures and revise to reflect hanges in practice and standards. * Process all data obtained from sleep studies and analyze data. Prepare standardized report for physician review. * Monitor patients for all life-threatening events. Recognize and obtain medical assistance as required. Record and report all unusual occurrences. Maintain patient records and confidentiality per standard procedure. * Perform other duties as requested Qualifications Basic Qualifications: * 2 years experience in a polysomnography lab * 2 years experience with diagnostic monitoring * Registered as a Polysomnographic Technologist (R.PSG.T) by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist * Current CPR and AED * Thorough knowledge of polysomnography. Polysomnography training. * Comprehensive knowledge of computer applications for diagnostic testing. * Computer operations * Operation of all monitoring systems utilized in sleep lab. * Effective communication skills * Operation of medical gas systems Preferred Qualifications: * A.S. Degree in Health Sciences * Computer operations * 2 years experience with computer-based diagnostic programs * 2 years clinical patient experience * Respiratory Therapy and/or cardiopulmonary technology training. Salary Range- $23.63 - $28.87 per hour Primary Location: Oregon-Clackamas-Days Inn Sleep Lab 10121 SE Sunnyside Rd. Scheduled Hours: 36 Shift: Day Working Days: Monda- Friday Working Hours Start: 8:00 AM Schedule: Full-time Job Type: Standard Employee Status Group: Regular Employee Group: OFNHP - Technical Job Level: Individual Contributor Job: Patient Care Services (Non RN) Public Department Name: Sleep Lab Polysomnograph Advanced Sleep Tech - (Job Number: 127936) 514495 Oregon-Clackamas-Days Inn Sleep Lab 10121 SE Sunnyside Rd. http://kp.taleo.net/careersection/external/jobdetail.ftl?lang=enjob=514495ss=paidsrc=5080 -- http://wrapguy.careercast.com/textjobs/jobs/kaisero_oregonlive/2c2dd2e69d472f0c4267689871094be8.html --