Job Description

This position will perform polysomnography (sleep related) studies and be able to score sleep studies in accordance with physician orders and with clinical oversight of management. Duties and responsibilities are performed in accordance with department and national standards for the performance of polysomnography testing. The incumbent in this position will support the mission, vision, values, and strategic initiatives of Mary Washington Healthcare and must demonstrate a commitment to quality service to patients, physicians, the public and co-workers. Essential Functions & Responsibilities: Conducts routine testing as outlined in department scope of practice, policy and procedures, quality assurance standards and CBOTs. Routine testing includes, but is not limited to: Polysomnography (PSG), Split-Night (CPAP/BIPAP titrations) PSG, CPAP/BIPAP titrations, Conducts advanced testing as outlined in department scope of practice, policy and procedures, quality assurance standards and CBOTs. Performance of advanced testing is done at the discretion of management. Advanced testing includes, but is not limited to, Polysomnography scoring, Multiple Sleep Latency Testing (MSLT) Maintenance Wakefulness Testing (MWT) Selects and verifies integrity of equipment and troubleshoots to ensure quality testing, Prioritizes/organizes workload to promote quality and expedient testing. Interfaces professionally and effectively with physicians, fellow staff and other disciplines to evaluate and modify testing as needed. Provides patient instruction (and education as applicable) and evaluates the patient’s response to testing. Responds appropriately in emergency situations. Maintains a safe and orderly environment. Demonstrates effective communication, customer service, and team building skills. Accepts responsibility for professional growth and development (in collaboration with the Sleep Lab). Attends classes, seminars, and training sessions designed to promote quality testing and foster team and individual growth. Participates in quality and performance improvement processes. Assists management and physicians (as applicable) in activities that add value to positive patient outcomes and improve hospital operations. Documents patient information pertinent to testing to ensure comprehensive, timely and accurate recording, accounting and reporting of clinical findings. Performs other duties as identified by management and physicians. Licensed Polysomnography Technicians will supervise trainees. Attends meetings as designated. Qualifications: High School graduate required. Graduate of an PSG, RT Program, or equivalent preferred. Valid Polysomnographic Technologist license from Virginia required. Should the incumbent be trainee: They must obtain Polysomnographic Technologist license from Virginia within 6 months of hire. Identify as a trainee and practice under the supervision of a licensed Polysomnography Technician RCP, RRT or RPSGT preferred Minimum 12 months clinical experience in field of polysomnography, respiratory therapy, emergency or paramedic medicine, or nursing preferred. AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

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