Polysomnographer - Sleep Lab

Company: Wyoming Medical Center
Location: Casper
Posted on: January 14, 2020

Job Description:

The sleep lab is committed to the patient and physician in providing high quality Polysomnographic studies. As part of WMC Health Care Team, this process will provide quality service and education in a timely, courteous, and cost effective manner, to meet and/or exceed customer expectations. As a pivotal partner within the health care delivery team, the Certified Respiratory Therapist (Reg)/ Polysomnographer will ensure the delivery of quality patient care, individually as well as through leadership and delegation to other team members.Duties and Responsibilities:The employee shall comply with all safety and health standards, and all rules, regulations, and orders which are applicable to the individual's own position, actions, and conduct.Completes work with accuracy and thoroughness.Efficiently utilizes time in accomplishing work.Lives organizational and departmental service standards.Completes tasks assigned; follows up as needed.Meets attendance standards; is punctual; works when needed.Displays sound judgment; works with minimal supervision. Seeks out productive duties in absence of guidance; is a self-starter.Follows Wyoming Medical Center rules, policies, procedures and guidelines. Cooperates, communicates and works well with others. Professionalism- represents Wyoming Medical Center positively in actions and appearance.Orient patient to surroundings.Explain testing procedure to patient and/or family.Calibrate equipment.Correctly place electrodes on patients to insure accurate testing information.Monitor patient during sleep via testing equipment and video monitor for any signs of patient distress. Document all events accurately.Fit, set-up and adjust nasal CPAP/BiPAP appliances achieving optimal levels necessary to maintain patent airway.Adequately titrate oxygen as per patient requirement.Disconnect equipment and remove adhesive following test completion.Demonstrates a commitment to personal growth and development by completing annual mandatory in-services within given time frame, attends unit-based in-services, attends monthly departmental meetings.Demonstrates flexibility in responding to unit/service needs, i.e., floating to other areas.Will represent Wyoming Medical Center in physician, community relations and vendors in a professional/accountable manner. Demonstrates a commitment to personal growth and development by completing annual mandatory in-services within given time frame, attends unit-based in-services, attends monthly departmental meetings.Demonstrates flexibility in responding to unit/service needs, i.e., floating to other areas.Will represent Wyoming Medical Center in physician, community relations and vendors in a professional/accountable manner.Supports department-based goals and contributes to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.Rotates weekend/call responsibilities in a professional and accountable fashion if applicable.Maintains proficiency in all areas of department and provides support when needed.Performs duties in accordance with that of hospital policies and procedures, and regulatory agency guidelines.Performs other duties as assigned.Requirements--- Associate\u0027s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; and six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.--- Registered Polysomnographer Technologist (RPSGT) is required within 12 months of hire.

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