Polysomnography Tech — Sleep Lab — Midtown Sleep Center
Mercy Health
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
Non-Registered Polysomnographic Technician works under the supervision and direction of a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) and/or Sleep Center leadership to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. This involves polysomnography, diagnostic, and therapeutic services regarding patient care or education.
Essential Job Functions
Prepares the patient, explains the procedure, reviews clinical data from patient medical record and by patient interview and bases testing modalities on information obtained; operates polysomnographic equipment to obtain diagnostic recordings following established protocols while manually controlling the equipment to obtain the requested pertinent waveforms from the area being studied; deciphers normal from abnormal results to obtain appropriate or additional tests which demonstrate the abnormality
Documents detailed, accurate technical reports to aid physicians in interpretation of test data; reviews studies with physicians to clarify any discrepancies and does additional testing when necessary.
Administers various neurodiagnostic procedures without direct supervision while utilizing the appropriate protocols; monitors the quality of tests being conducted while ensuring prudent resource management; follows hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Maintains a clean work area.
Helps coordinate patient scheduling, receives patient payments, reviews patient charges and assists with general office tasks.
Demonstrates proficiency and remains current in the neurodiagnostic field by maintaining continuing education requirements.
Perform sleep staging and event scoring per American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) guidelines to decipher normal from abnormal results. May perform monthly Interscorer Reliability QA and reporting depending upon departmental need.
Troubleshoots all polysomnographic and office equipment.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
- BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required before patient care)
- Certification by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists as a RPSGT or equivalent within 12 months of hire. (required)
Education
High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Work Experience
One year of Sleep Center experience (preferred)
Training
A non-registered tech must be working through one of the established pathways to reach the RPSGT credential outlined by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) and must complete the RPSGT credential within 6 months of eligibility and within 12-months of hire.
Skills
Clinical Skills:
- Proficient with computers, sleep equipment, devices, and software
- Accuracy with data entry and Microsoft Office.
- Comprehensive knowledge of guidelines pertaining to sleep medicine and testing
- Analytical skills
- Strategic thinking and planning
Interpersonal Skills:
- Ability to separate personal from professional interactions and maintain professional/ethical boundaries.
- Ability to learn and implement new procedures and adapt to emerging community needs.
- Cultural competency and ability to work with diverse populations.
- Attention to detail
- Communication and Collaboration skills
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork
- Conflict resolution
As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What we offer
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
- Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
