Registered Polysomnographic Technologist, Sleep Lab, Part-time, Night Shift

Adventist Health•Portland, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

In a bustling cosmopolitan area surrounded by nature, Adventist Health Portland has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since the 1800s. In partnership with OHSU, we are comprised of a 302-bed hospital, 11 medical offices, home care services, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout East Portland and the surrounding areas. There are many outdoor adventures readily available, including carving the snow at North America's only year-round ski resort, hiking along the Columbia River Gorge or taking a day trip to the unmatched beauty of the Oregon coast. Job Summary: Maintains responsibility for operating and providing adequate maintenance to polysomnographic equipment. Analyzes and conducts sleep studies, in order to provide an accurate diagnosis for patients with sleep disorders. Follows strict safety and privacy protocols. Assists with patient needs and prepares equipment for each use.

Requirements

High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) or Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT): Required
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required
AHA-BLS or ARC-BLS or AHA-CPR or ARC-CPR: Required

Nice To Haves

Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
Two years' technical experience: Preferred
One year's sleep lab/EEG experience: Preferred
Experience with EEG amplifiers and filters: Preferred

Responsibilities

Verifies all prescribed orders.
Clarifies orders as necessary using appropriate communication channels as authorized within scope of license or work permit.
Operates equipment, sets up techniques, sterile procedure and supplies needed to perform various special procedures.
Performs polysomnograms and titrations according to department protocol as authorized within the scope of license or work permit.
Prepares and analyze readings for interpretation by a physician.
Monitors patient respiration, heart and brain activity during procedure.
Operates equipment to record sleep and awake physiology readings of patient.
Orders supplies and maintains equipment.
Completes appropriate paperwork.
Files polysomnogram studies and reports.
Evaluates the effectiveness of sleep test/interventions against expected outcomes.
Uses assessment data to develop and document a sleep test plan.
Educates and trains patients on the use of Home Sleep Testing (HST) equipment, as necessary.
Supports and trains new employees.
Verifies all prescribed orders.
Clarifies orders as necessary using appropriate communication channels as authorized within scope of license or work permit.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.