What are the responsibilities and job description for the Per Diem-Ped Sleep Technol position at Boston Children's Hospital?
Position Description
The per diem Sleep Technologist is responsible for the following:
- Prepares patients and equipment for procedures.
- Obtains medical history from patients/families to identify and meet patient-specific needs. (e.g., physical/mental limitations, current physiological status regarding the testing procedure).
- Reviews procedure request provided by ordering physician and complies with all standard lab protocols.
- Performs polysomnograms according to hospital and laboratory standards and protocols; routine and specialized PSG, PAP, O2, Trach, and other specialized procedures to meet the procedure request/goals of the study.
- Perform routine and complex equipment care and maintenance, troubleshoots technical problems with equipment, and coordinate repairs as needed with appropriate personnel.
- Keeps equipment clean and in proper working order.
- Attend monthly technical staff meetings providing professional input for the development of procedures and protocols for the Center.
- Participate in professional meetings on a local, regional, and national basis.
The per diem Sleep Technologist must have the following:
- High School diploma/GED
- RPSGT eligible
- Knowledge of PSG-related equipment, basic troubleshooting, and interfacing.
- Knowledge of the AASM manual of rules, terminology, and technical specifications.
- Ability to recognize abnormalities, artifacts, and events, and document with accuracy.
- Knowledge of patient safety procedures and protocols, infection control, and emergency procedures in a hospital setting.
- Skilled in the application of equipment, including 10-20 measurement system.
Status Part-Time
Standard Hours per Week 1
Job Posting Category Clinical
Regular, Temporary, Per Diem Per Diem
Office/Site Location Waltham
Remote Eligibility Onsite Only
