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Erlanger · 1 week ago

Registered Polysomnograpic Tech - North Sleep Lab - Full-Time

North Chattanooga, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Erlanger is a healthcare provider seeking a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist to work under general medical supervision. The role involves performing and evaluating overnight polysomnograms and operating sophisticated medical equipment to record sleep/wake physiology while ensuring patient safety and care.

Hospital & Health Care

Responsibilities

Independently perform and evaluate overnight polysomnograms, MSLT's and oximetries

Operate sophisticated medical equipment to record sleep/wake physiology

Administer oxygen and positive airway pressure devices in accordance with established protocols

Apply recording devices to the patient

Perform cleaning/disinfecting of equipment

Recognize sleep pathology when it occurs and respond with appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety

Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate for the age of the patient

Assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the information to identify each patient's requirements for care

Assist and oversee the selection of a suitable course of action when necessary

Assist in the implementation of clinical protocols

Participate in the development and implementation of inservice education

Make recommendations for continuing education

Accurately and reliably stage and score polysomnogram recordings with a high degree of accuracy

Prepare clinical reports for physician interpretation

Demonstrate a thorough understanding of sleep pathology and treatment options for the varying sleep disorders

Qualification

Registered Polysomnographic TechnologistPolysomnographyEEGRespiratory CarePatient CareClinical ProtocolsOxygen AdministrationPositive Airway PressureSleep PathologyInservice Education