Polysomnographic Technician - Part Time, Jefferson Hills PA

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Job Description : 

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Performs all functions related to polysomnographic exams and multiple sleep latency testing to provide comprehensive diagnostic evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. Functions under licensed medical direction.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs all polysomnograms and MSLTs according to clinical practice guidelines, as well as departmental policy and procedures. May score test results. (70%)
• Maintains proper calibration, quality control and analysis of all polysomnographic equipment. (10%)
• Organizes and prioritizes workload and scheduling of patient testing in an efficient and effective manner. (10%)
• Assists with billing documentation and maintains department records according to departmental policy/procedure. (10%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

Preferred

• Sleep study testing experience.

Additional Employment Requirements:

• CPR – American Heart Association.
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Graduate of polysomnography course or completion of an approved sleep lab training program.
• Basic EEG course.
• RPSGT, CRT, RRT or LPN.

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

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