What are the responsibilities and job description for the Polysomnographic Tech-Registry Eligible position at TriHealth?
Job Overview
JOB DESCRIPTION
This position works under medical supervision to perform and evaluate overnight and daytime polysomnograms. He or she functions independently to safely operate advanced medical equipment to record sleep/wake physiology, recognize sleep pathology, and respond with appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety and proper treatment. Knowledge of normal cardiorespiratory, neurological, sleep physiology, and certification in Basic Life Support is essential. Must be capable of performing such special procedures as Multiple Sleep Latency testing, infant/pediatric polysomnography, ambulatory monitoring, and patient education. Must be able to identify normal/abnormal patterns, artifacts, sleep/wake stages, and generate a report that accurately and concisely summarizes the patient’s sleep/wake stages, respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, and other clinical events. After 18 months from hire date, must complete a polysomnography educational program that meets the requirements of the AASM and BRPT, and be eligible to sit for the RPSGT exam and must earn the RPSGT credential within one year from date of BRPT exam eligibility.
Job Requirements
High School Degree or GED
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
Job Responsibilities
Functions independently according to guidelines of the Sleep Disorders Center. Interacts effectively with patients, coworkers, Supervisor/Manager and Medical Director. Takes vital signs. Proficient at sleep staging/respiratory scoring. Detects high-risk ventricular arrhythmias. Attends yearly EKG basic arrhythmia update course. Proficient in measuring, fitting and titrating CPAP and Bi-level therapy to standards. Understands TriHealth Policy & Procedures, and follows appropriate chain of command.
Facilitates patient comfort and explains all facets of testing. Reviews existing patient information, orders, and protocols. Applies knowledge of polysomnographic equipment and verifies equipment is functioning properly and can provide troubleshooting. Monitors patients throughout scheduled recording period and makes any necessary adjustments. Identifies normal/abnormal patterns and generates a report of the patient's sleep staging and other clinical events. Completes efficient scoring applying professionally accepted guidelines. Reviews results with physician if unclear. Capable of performing various specialized procedures, ambulatory monitoring, and patient education.
Confirms patient sleepover session and explains testing procedures. Helps to coordinate and schedule additional ancillary testing. Ensures proper storage of patient records. Documents all patient tracking. Initials and signs all papers completed. Verifies that data analysis scoring and pertinent information is complete prior to AM rounds. Verifies that all chart papers, photos, etc. are in proper chart location prior to end of shift. Operates advanced medical equipment to record sleep/wake physiology. Respond with appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety and proper treatment.
Verifies that the Control Room, Patient Rooms, and halls are left in acceptable clean condition. Ensures policies and procedures are understood and followed. Assists in P&P development. Performs weekly supply inventory of storeroom items. Facilitates proper use & maintenance of all equipment. Participates in group tours, public speaking or education activities as directed. Notifies supervisor of emergencies or concerns. Assists new employees and trainees as requested by the Supervisor or Medical Director. Works closely with new hires & assists in the training of non-registered technologists
Other Job-Related Information
Working Conditions:
Climbing - Rarely
Concentrating - Consistently
Continuous Learning - Consistently
Hearing: Conversation - Frequently
Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently
Interpersonal Communication - Frequently
Kneeling - Frequently
Lifting <10 Lbs - Frequently
Lifting 50 Lbs - Occasionally
Lifting 11-50 Lbs - Frequently
Pulling - Occasionally
Pushing - Occasionally
Reaching - Occasionally
Sitting - Consistently
Standing - Frequently
Stooping - Occasionally
Talking - Frequently
Use of Hands - Frequently
Color Vision - Frequently
Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently
Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
Walking - Frequently
TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors
At TriHealth, We Believe There Is No Responsibility More Important Than To SERVE Our Patients, Our Communities, And Our Fellow Team Members. To Achieve Our Vision And Mission, ALL TriHealth Team Members Are Expected To Demonstrate And Live The Following
Serve: ALWAYS…
Careers at TriHealth are diverse. From clinical to administrative, sales to service, our team members contribute skills that are as varied as the services we offer and the people we serve. As an employer, TriHealth demonstrates the organization's values by offering comprehensive benefits packages, competitive wages, and milestone recognition.
Explore our career options to help you determine the type of job best for you as well as help narrow your search within our website. We look forward to you joining the TriHealth family!
About The Team
Nurses are at the heart of patient care, and we are proud to have such amazing nurses here at TriHealth. As the region’s leading health system, we are focused on consistency in the patient experience and standardizing nursing care across the system with proven best practices. We aim to continue leading research supporting the evolution of nursing care, especially as TriHealth works to adapt the population health model system-wide.
In order to lead these changes, TriHealth must invest in our nurses, which is why we provide multiple opportunities for nurses to achieve their professional development goals through tuition reimbursement programs, specialty certifications and several other continuing education opportunities. Our registered nurses support TriHealth in many different aspects of nursing, including patient care, care coordination, education and management.
If you’re interested in joining our world-class nursing team, you can see all current nursing opportunities here on TriHealth.com.
I am honored to lead our TriHealth nursing team, and welcome you to join us!
JOB DESCRIPTION
This position works under medical supervision to perform and evaluate overnight and daytime polysomnograms. He or she functions independently to safely operate advanced medical equipment to record sleep/wake physiology, recognize sleep pathology, and respond with appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety and proper treatment. Knowledge of normal cardiorespiratory, neurological, sleep physiology, and certification in Basic Life Support is essential. Must be capable of performing such special procedures as Multiple Sleep Latency testing, infant/pediatric polysomnography, ambulatory monitoring, and patient education. Must be able to identify normal/abnormal patterns, artifacts, sleep/wake stages, and generate a report that accurately and concisely summarizes the patient’s sleep/wake stages, respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, and other clinical events. After 18 months from hire date, must complete a polysomnography educational program that meets the requirements of the AASM and BRPT, and be eligible to sit for the RPSGT exam and must earn the RPSGT credential within one year from date of BRPT exam eligibility.
Job Requirements
High School Degree or GED
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
Job Responsibilities
Functions independently according to guidelines of the Sleep Disorders Center. Interacts effectively with patients, coworkers, Supervisor/Manager and Medical Director. Takes vital signs. Proficient at sleep staging/respiratory scoring. Detects high-risk ventricular arrhythmias. Attends yearly EKG basic arrhythmia update course. Proficient in measuring, fitting and titrating CPAP and Bi-level therapy to standards. Understands TriHealth Policy & Procedures, and follows appropriate chain of command.
Facilitates patient comfort and explains all facets of testing. Reviews existing patient information, orders, and protocols. Applies knowledge of polysomnographic equipment and verifies equipment is functioning properly and can provide troubleshooting. Monitors patients throughout scheduled recording period and makes any necessary adjustments. Identifies normal/abnormal patterns and generates a report of the patient's sleep staging and other clinical events. Completes efficient scoring applying professionally accepted guidelines. Reviews results with physician if unclear. Capable of performing various specialized procedures, ambulatory monitoring, and patient education.
Confirms patient sleepover session and explains testing procedures. Helps to coordinate and schedule additional ancillary testing. Ensures proper storage of patient records. Documents all patient tracking. Initials and signs all papers completed. Verifies that data analysis scoring and pertinent information is complete prior to AM rounds. Verifies that all chart papers, photos, etc. are in proper chart location prior to end of shift. Operates advanced medical equipment to record sleep/wake physiology. Respond with appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety and proper treatment.
Verifies that the Control Room, Patient Rooms, and halls are left in acceptable clean condition. Ensures policies and procedures are understood and followed. Assists in P&P development. Performs weekly supply inventory of storeroom items. Facilitates proper use & maintenance of all equipment. Participates in group tours, public speaking or education activities as directed. Notifies supervisor of emergencies or concerns. Assists new employees and trainees as requested by the Supervisor or Medical Director. Works closely with new hires & assists in the training of non-registered technologists
Other Job-Related Information
Working Conditions:
Climbing - Rarely
Concentrating - Consistently
Continuous Learning - Consistently
Hearing: Conversation - Frequently
Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently
Interpersonal Communication - Frequently
Kneeling - Frequently
Lifting <10 Lbs - Frequently
Lifting 50 Lbs - Occasionally
Lifting 11-50 Lbs - Frequently
Pulling - Occasionally
Pushing - Occasionally
Reaching - Occasionally
Sitting - Consistently
Standing - Frequently
Stooping - Occasionally
Talking - Frequently
Use of Hands - Frequently
Color Vision - Frequently
Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently
Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
Walking - Frequently
TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors
At TriHealth, We Believe There Is No Responsibility More Important Than To SERVE Our Patients, Our Communities, And Our Fellow Team Members. To Achieve Our Vision And Mission, ALL TriHealth Team Members Are Expected To Demonstrate And Live The Following
Serve: ALWAYS…
- Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
- Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
- Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas
- Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
- Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
- Work on improving quality, safety, and service
- Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
- Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
- Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.
- Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
- Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
- Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.
- Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
- Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community
Careers at TriHealth are diverse. From clinical to administrative, sales to service, our team members contribute skills that are as varied as the services we offer and the people we serve. As an employer, TriHealth demonstrates the organization's values by offering comprehensive benefits packages, competitive wages, and milestone recognition.
Explore our career options to help you determine the type of job best for you as well as help narrow your search within our website. We look forward to you joining the TriHealth family!
About The Team
Nurses are at the heart of patient care, and we are proud to have such amazing nurses here at TriHealth. As the region’s leading health system, we are focused on consistency in the patient experience and standardizing nursing care across the system with proven best practices. We aim to continue leading research supporting the evolution of nursing care, especially as TriHealth works to adapt the population health model system-wide.
In order to lead these changes, TriHealth must invest in our nurses, which is why we provide multiple opportunities for nurses to achieve their professional development goals through tuition reimbursement programs, specialty certifications and several other continuing education opportunities. Our registered nurses support TriHealth in many different aspects of nursing, including patient care, care coordination, education and management.
If you’re interested in joining our world-class nursing team, you can see all current nursing opportunities here on TriHealth.com.
I am honored to lead our TriHealth nursing team, and welcome you to join us!
