What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sleep Technologist - BMH Sleep Lab position at Bingham Memorial Hospital?
We are looking for highly motivated individuals to join our ever growing team here at Bingham. You must be willing and able to learn new skills and adapt to change often, as the medical field is ever changing. You must have good communication skills and be detail oriented. We have multiple providers of all specialties and are located in several of our surrounding areas. If you are looking for a rewarding and fulfilling career and enjoy fast paced environments this will be a good fit for you.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum Work Experience: Prefer 1 year experience working in a sleep center but will consider all candidates with board certification. Previous experience on Alice 6 G3 preferred.
Required Licenses / Certifications: Registered Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT) required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required. Polysomnographic Technologist license within the state of Idaho
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
A thorough understanding of the 10/20 measuring system including the ability to do a full Electroencephalogram (EEG) hook-up with accurate electrode placement. Able to consistently distinguish between all stages of sleep with the ability to accurately sleep stage score test. Ability to consistently recognize artifacts in a sleep and wake tracing and be able to correct. Thorough understanding of the sensitivity, time constant and frequency filter controls. When to use and when not to use. Demonstrated understanding of all montages used in the sleep center. What is their purpose and when to use each one. A thorough understanding of seizure activity patter recognition. Efficiently score apnea correctly on a consistent basis distinguishing the difference between obstructive, mixed, and central apnea. Must recognize the difference between apnea and hypopnea. Effective and demonstrated understanding of Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP), Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure (BIPAP) and Variable Positive Airway Pressure (VPAP)(ASV) equipment and the rationale for using each. Demonstrated understanding of the difference between Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) and oxygen therapy. When and why to use each. When to stop one and start the other. When to blend both therapies together and why. Participates in mandatory in-services and/or CE programs as mandated by policies and procedures/external agencies and as directed by management. Follows and understands the mission, vision, core values, Employee Standards of Behavior and company policies/procedures. Must be or become familiar with AASM guidelines policies /procedures.
