Job summary: The Sleep Study Technician performs a variety of sleep studies to diagnose the type and extent of disorders. The Sleep Study Technician works closely with patients to diagnose and determine therapy for a variety of disorders related to sleep. Technologists score sleep data and prepare raw data for physician and/or research interpretation.
Job responsibilities:
· Collect, analyze, and integrate patient information in order to identify and meet the patient-specific needs (age, physical/mental limitations, current emotional/physiological status regarding the testing procedure, pertinent medical/social history).
· Electrically interface data outputs of capnographs, oximeters, and respiratory inductive plethysmographs to inputs of electrophysiologic amplifiers and computer-based recorders.
· Determine final testing parameters/procedures in conjunction with the ordering physician or clinical director and laboratory protocols.
· Perform operational checks prior to initiating the study and ensure the accuracy and safety of instruments in use during patient recording.
· Set up and maintain the following pieces of equipment
· Perform routine positive airway pressure (PAP) interface fitting and desensitization.
· Follow procedural protocols such as Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT), Maintenance of Wakefulness Test (MWT), parasomnia studies, PAP and oxygen titration to ensure collection of appropriate data.
· Perform appropriate physiological calibrations to ensure proper signals and make required adjustments.
· Document routine observations including sleep stages, clinical events, changes in procedure, and other significant events in order to facilitate scoring and interpretation of results.
· Implement appropriate interventions for patient safety and therapeutic intervention such as positive airway pressure and oxygen administration.
· Score sleep/wake stages and clinical events (such as respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, arousals, etc.) utilizing American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) standards.
· Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to perform portable monitoring equipment preparation and data download.
· Perform patient education and instruction appropriate for home sleep apnea testing.
· Comply with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, and standards regarding safety and infection control issues.
Job requirements:
· High School diploma required
· Graduate of an accredited school preferred
· Associate degree in related field
· One (1) year of experience as a Sleep Technologist or Respiratory Therapist, Certified Medical Assistant, or Licensed Practical Nurse
· Ability to work with minimal supervision
· Strong analytical and organizational skills
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $31.34 - $35.14 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Ability to Relocate:
- Bronx, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
