About the role
The Registered Polysomnographer is responsible for knowing basic anatomy, neural anatomy, cardiac rhythms, sleep stages, and the bio-electrical patterns of each EEG, EOG, EKG, and EMG signals.
The Registered Polysomnographer is responsible for knowing basic anatomy, neural anatomy, cardiac rhythms, sleep stages, and the bio-electrical patterns of each EEG, EOG, EKG, and EMG signals. Polysomnographers evaluate overnight sleep studies under the supervision of the Lab Supervisor and Medical Director and ensures that procedures are performed in compliance with departmental policy procedures and hospital standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS): Room patients, properly connect sensors, monitor camera and equipment measuring data such as heart rate, brain waves, muscle activity, and body function. Notate position changes, patient movement, stages of sleep, snoring, patterns or anomalies in sleep. Monitor pulse oximetry, PAP titration, and vital signs; Score sleep stages and clinical events; Provide supplemental low flow oxygen and titration.
Collect, analyze, and integrate patient information in order to identify and meet the patient-specific needs. Document all pertinent data on the patient medical record(s) so data can be used by the Sleep Doctor for analysis, diagnosis, and treatment plan development. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the differences in technique and treatment modalities as performed on patients of varying ages, including pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients.
Properly remove sensors and educate patients in sleep health and next steps. May work with patients after sleep study to provide additional education and information in accordance with the Sleep Doctor’s treatment plan. Manage and operate equipment safely and correctly.
Inspects and tests equipment to ensure that it is functioning safely and efficiently. Follows departmental equipment cleaning procedures. Treat patients and their support system with respect and dignity.
Coordinate and direct patient care to ensure patient’s needs are met and that hospital policy is followed. Regular attendance and punctuality for scheduled shifts. Appropriately adapts assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the physical, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each person served.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge through continuing education opportunities including internal and external educational offerings. Attend education in-service programs to maintain professional competency, appropriate hospital-specific education and training, and maintains necessary requirements for their professional license. Utilization of assistive devices for lifting is mandatory.
Must adhere to safety protocols at all times. Per DRH policy, all required conditions of employment must be met and maintained including required vaccinations. This position requires respirator and fit testing.
Required testing will be performed on all team members at risk for exposure to airborne infectious diseases, droplet producing procedures, or any caustic chemicals. Implement DRH Standards of Behavior and exhibit behaviors consistent with DRH core values. Performs other related duties as assigned.