Job Location : Albany,GA, USA
JOB SUMMARY A Sleep Polysomnographic Technician performs comprehensive polysomnographic testing and analysis, and associated interventions under the general supervision of a Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) and/or the clinical director (MD, PhD, DO) or designee. A Polysomnographic Technician can provide supervision of a Polysomnographic Trainee
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
? Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines
? Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization
? Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures
? Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)
? Attends sta meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time. Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
? Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.
WORKING CONDITIONS
? General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
? May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
? May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body uids, or infectious organisms.
? May be required to change from one task to another of dierent nature without loss of eciency or composure.
? Periods of high stress and uctuating workloads may occur.
? May be scheduled as needed including overtime OSHA CATEGORY
? OSHA Category I - Employees will all be exposed to specic hazards as a regular part of their job.
QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Successful completion of an accredited polysomnography program, or a minimum of 6 months of experience as a Sleep Trainee with documented prociency in all required competencies; or completion of an A-Step accredited course and is eligible for the A-step examination (Required)
? 4 year / Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences or related eld (Preferred) EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
? 6+ months of direct patient care experience (Required) CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES
? Required Certications/Licensures: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
GENERAL SKILLS
? Organizational Skills
? Communication Skills
? Interpersonal Skills
? Customer Relations
? Mathematical
? Analytical
? Grammar / Spelling
? Read / Comprehend Written Instructions
? Follow Verbal Instructions
? Basic Computer Skills
? Microsoft Oce Suite
? General Clerical Skills
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
? Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination
? Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
? Standing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
? Walking - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
? Sitting - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
? Bending/Stooping - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
? Twist at waist - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
? Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
? Lift/carry > 20 lbs with assistance - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
? Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
? Lift/carry > 50 lbs with assistance - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)