Per-Diem Polysomnography Technologist

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

1d • $32 - $48 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for monitoring and accessing Sleep Lab quality, policies and procedures, staff and equipment performance. Communicates and educates patients and families regarding sleep disorders and treatments. Consults with referring physicians regarding patient results. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Associate's Degree Health Sciences preferred
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
• Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist [RPSGT] - Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists preferred
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist [RPSGT] - Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists preferred
• Registered Sleep Technologist [RST] - American Board of Sleep Medicine preferred
• Polysomnography Tech experience with multiple patient populations 1-2 years preferred
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to effectively evaluate and problem solve.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to guide, teach, and motivate others.
• Good business acumen skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs polysomnographic studies in a clinical setting, including oxygen and nasal continuous positive airway pressure titrations
• Scores studies and formulates reports for physician interpretation. Documents all pertinent patient events according to department policy
• Communicates instructions, results, and relative information to patients, physicians, and family members
• Calibrates and performs routine and troubleshooting maintenance on equipment; notifies proper personnel for equipment problems; cleans all equipment ensuring infection control
• Consults with physicians regarding patient studies as needed
• Maintains standards for completeness of quality improvement and quality control measurements
• May establish and implement performance improvements including education and staff development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED