What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Sleep Technol II position at Children's Hospital Boston?
The Pediatric Sleep Tech 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.
- Educates patients and families on PAP need and function and properly fit and apply PAP masks in pediatric population night of titration.
- Performs inpatient and outpatient polysomnograms according to hospital and laboratory standards and protocols; routine and specialized PSG, PAP, O2, Trach, MSLT, MWT and other specialized procedures to meet the procedure request / goals of the study.
- Provides training to students, new hires, and less senior technical staff and provides feedback on trainee progress to management.
- Perform routine and complex equipment care and maintenance, troubleshoots technical problems with equipment, and coordinates 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 Pediatric Sleep Tech must have the following :
- Minimum 2 years' experience and confirmed proficiency with all equipment, duties, and competencies required of a Pediatric Sleep Technologist.
- HS diploma or equivalentBoston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
