Mayhill Hospital · 8 hours ago
Sleep Lab Tech - Full-time Nights
Aiken, SC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expMayhill Hospital is a healthcare provider located in Aiken, South Carolina, known for its commitment to quality care. The Sleep Lab Tech performs comprehensive sleep testing and analysis, ensuring accurate application of monitoring devices and patient care during procedures.
Health CareHospitalMedicalMental Health
Responsibilities
Accurately applies appropriate sensors and monitoring devices to the patient according to laboratory standards. Ensures that electrode impedances meet laboratory standards
Writes a comprehensive patient history gathering appropriate information from patient, patient’s record and family members to include any sleep disturbances. Explains test procedure(s) to patient and family members present
Performs polysomnograms according to standards of the laboratory: PSG with and without continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) or bi-directional positive airway pressure (BiPAP), multiple sleep latency test, split-night PSG
Determines and initiates appropriate treatment modalities/interventions per physician order/protocol
Recognizes artifact (patient or environmental). Documents, eliminates or takes proper measures to monitor the artifact
Facilitates high quality recording while supporting routine and emergency patient needs
Observes, monitors and documents all pertinent data on the patient’s medical record before, during and again after polysomnogram procedure according to laboratory standards
Identifies normal/abnormal wake-sleep patterns. Identifies normal/abnormal wake-sleep clinical events
Tabulates and analyzes the wake-sleep clinical event data
Generates an analysis summary to accurately reflect recorded and scored data
Assists Cardiopulmonary Services Director in the development and on-going review of policies, procedures and protocols for the Sleep Laboratory
Assists in the provision of public awareness education. Shares knowledge, skills and contributions willingly with associates
Assures current knowledge and competence through educational activities. Seeks clinical/technical experience relevant to role responsibilities
Knowledge of basic infection control standards relating to patient and equipment including electrodes
Keeps equipment clean and in proper working order. Knowledge of appropriate calibrations and how to make adjustments. Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and correct them or report to BioMed promptly
Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills with patients, patient families, lab staff and other members of the healthcare team
Consults with various health care providers in a timely manner. Suggest appropriate referrals to assure continuity of care and timely interventions
Working knowledge of the differences in techniques and treatment modalities performed on patients of varying ages from adolescent thru geriatric
Provides effective education to patients and their family
Qualification
Required
High school graduate
Successful completion of an AMA approved school for Respiratory Care, EEG, or related health sciences program with an emphasis in sleep technology
A minimum of 6 months experience performing sleep studies and CPAP/BiPAP titration preferred
Non-respiratory care practitioners must show successful completion of A-STEP
RCP must hold current S.C. Respiratory Care Practitioner License
All others must complete A-Step program
BLS certification by the AHA required
Preferred
RPSGT, CPSGT, or SDS credential preferred within 2 years of hire
Benefits
Sign On Bonuses for select positions
Unlimited Employee Referral Bonus Program
Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
Tuition/Certification Reimbursement after 6 months
Culture of Excellence – Employee Recognition program
Challenging and rewarding work environment
Clinical Nursing Ladder opportunities
SoFi Student Loan Refinancing program
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
Company
Mayhill Hospital
Mayhill Hospital is an acute care hospital that provides mental health and addiction services for adults and seniors.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Holly Doherty
Chief Executive Officer
Mike Winter
Chief Financial Officer
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