Nationwide Children's Hospital · 4 weeks ago
Agency Polysomnography Technologist II
Columbus, OH
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expNationwide Children’s is creating the future of pediatric health care. The Agency Polysomnography Technologist II will perform polysomnography procedures on patients with sleep disorders and coordinate patient care and scheduling in the Sleep Clinic and Epilepsy Monitoring Unit.
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Responsibilities
The Technologist (Technician) will perform a wide variety of polysomnography procedures on patients with suspected injury and disease resulting in a sleep disorder(s)
The Technologist is responsible for preparation of the patient for testing, performing the study, and the collection of information pertinent to the interpretation of the test results
In addition, the technologist also shares in responsibility for patients in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU)
The Technologist must demonstrate competence defined in Polysomnography Technologist responsibilities in providing age-appropriate care to patients from the age of birth through 21-years and selected adult patients
The incumbent will also assist in the Sleep Clinic
The technologist must be able to coordinate the scheduling of patients, physicians, psychologist, and facilities
Following established Policies and Procedures the incumbent is responsible for performing various polysomnographic procedures on patients with possible injury and disease resulting in sleep disorders
Polysomnography
Multiple Sleep Latency
O2 Monitoring
PCO2 Monitoring
ECG Monitoring
Esophageal (Reflux) pH Monitoring
Portable Polysomnography
Administration of CPAP and BiPAP ventilation
EEG Specific tests may require the application of non-routine recording parameters
These tests may employ special recording techniques to record eye movements, muscle activity, ECG, chest wall movement, tongue movements, and nasal and oral airflow, among others
Testing may occasionally be necessary in the Intensive Care Units, Emergency Room, or patient's room
Clinic responsibilities include scheduling personnel and facilities, medical chart management, and follow through of physician orders and billing
List of Duties: Adhering to all Policies and Procedures
Following age-related competencies
Scheduling patients for clinics and diagnostic studies
Accurately applying leads according to the International 10:20 System
Adapting recording methods and instrumentation to obtain results based on history, clinical observation and Sleep Study findings
Recognizing and eliminating artifact and electrical interference in order to obtain high quality tracings
Knowing and understanding EEG, EMG, ECG, respiratory and oximetry patterns, as well as recognition of other physiologic patterns
Having a complete understanding of each instrument and its controls, as well as a knowledge of basic electronics and troubleshooting techniques
Displaying each patients' activity in an optimal fashion for clinical interpretation
Implementing advanced techniques including; parasomnias v. apnea protocols, seizures v. apnea, videotaping, CPAP, BiPAP, infant/child/young adult/adult procedures, e.g. sizing respiratory belts to fit appropriately, etc
Staging or Scoring the study as to the duration and timing of sleep stages
Providing appropriate patient care and detailed observations of clinical manifestations during seizures and other patient-emergency situations
Participating in conferences, technical meetings, and other educational activities
Serving as in-service training instructor for junior staff, technologist trainees, and other medical personnel, and patient family members
Writing a summary of the patient's clinical status and history from the chart, patient, parent, guardian, or other knowledgeable person(s)
Explaining the procedure to the patient and/or any family members present
Answering phones, scheduling procedures, and attending to front office responsibilities during periods of high volume or coworker illness
Facilitating the transportation of equipment and patients as necessary to complete the daily work schedule
Maintaining department records and preparing tracings for storage
Contributing to the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) program in the institution and department
Maintain CQI records for the lab
Maintaining supplies at a reasonable level and ordering supplies
Processing patient charge information
Maintaining equipment in a calibrated and clean fashion
Distributing a Patient Satisfaction Survey to the patient or parent/guardian
Qualification
Required
The candidate must be a high school graduate
Current Ohio licensure or certification to practice respiratory care (Respiratory Therapist only), required
Registered by the Association of Polysomnography Technologist or eligible for registration within twelve months of employment, required
Current CPR certification, required
One year's experience in Polysomnography
Effective computer operations and technology skills
Ability to lift up to thirty pounds- frequently
Ability to lift fifty pounds - occasionally
Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time - frequently
Transporting equipment - occasionally
Reaching above the head, stooping, and kneeling - frequently
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences or related field preferred
Proficient in computer operations/technology
Company
Nationwide Children's Hospital
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