Polysomn Tech III Days -Float

Position is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Sleep Disorders Lab.

About Memorialhermann

• At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community.
• When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees.
• We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency.
• If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Responsibilities

• The incumbent is responsible for scoring overnight polysomnograms and for performing MSLT and specialized sleep studies.
• Additionally responsible for serving as a resource to other department personnel and other ancillary medical personnel as needed.
• Principal Accountabilities Analyze recorded data according to the current AASM standard.
• Scores sleep/wake stages by applying professionally accepted guidelines.
• Generate accurate reports by tabulating clinical event data and discussing results and treatment outcomes with lab physicians.
• Provide Quality Assurance feedback for every study and staff education for areas of concern when necessary.
• Delivers appropriate care at a competent level and according to the age of the patient or patient population being served.
• Assists and works closely with department managers, including but not limited to: all aspects of patient care including patient satisfaction, patient concerns and problem solving and service recovery.
• Provides in-service training, coordinates education and orientation to Sleep Lab personnel.
• Monitors polysomnogram during patient examination, scores polysomnogram and prepares detailed summary of clinical events.
• Ensures the safety and welfare of patients, including pediatric and psychiatric patients with special needs.
• Performs complex procedures and special activities.
• Prepares for and conducts overnight testing procedures; reviews patient records, examines orders and protocols for study and recognizes chief sleep/wake complaints.
• Interviews patient to assess current medications, recent alcohol or caffeine ingestion, current sleep pattern and deed for treatment intervention during study.
• Communicates with physician or manager to clarify unclear or inappropriate orders and to provide information regarding patient status.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences.
• Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• (None) Licenses/Certifications: Registered by the Board of Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT – Registered Polysomnographic Technologist); Certification in Basic Life Support.
• Three (3) years experience as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) performing and scoring sleep studies proficiently.
• The position requires occasional or frequent lifting up to 75-100 pounds and carrying of up to 30 pounds.
• Score clinical events (such as respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, arousals etc.) according to center specific protocols.
• Must be able to successfully complete monthly Inter-scorer Reliability Exams according to the system standard.