What are the responsibilities and job description for the Polysomnography Technologist position at Mass General Brigham?
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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
McLean Hospital Sleep Diagnostic and Treatment Center, Belmont MA.
12-hour 7:00pm to 7:00am shift
Polysomnographic Technologist /PSG,T. experience is needed.
RPSG,T. Preferred But Not Required.
About the Position:
Technologist will be responsible for providing comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders by conducting sleep studies and producing high quality sleep recordings.
Attended overnight sleep studies are included as part of diagnostic testing for (open) inpatient psychiatric units.
Job Profile Summary
Summary
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
Essential Functions
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Associate's Degree Health Sciences preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
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
Experience
Polysomnography Tech experience with multiple patient populations 1-2 years preferred
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
115 Mill Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
12
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Night (United States of America)
Pay Range
$31.98 - $47.85/Hourly
Grade
5
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement
1600 The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
McLean Hospital Sleep Diagnostic and Treatment Center, Belmont MA.
12-hour 7:00pm to 7:00am shift
Polysomnographic Technologist /PSG,T. experience is needed.
RPSG,T. Preferred But Not Required.
About the Position:
Technologist will be responsible for providing comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders by conducting sleep studies and producing high quality sleep recordings.
Attended overnight sleep studies are included as part of diagnostic testing for (open) inpatient psychiatric units.
- Obtaining 16 channel artifact-free polysomnographic data on two patients per shift
- Titrating CPAP
- Calibrating equipment
- Providing patient care
- 1 year experience as a Sleep Technologist
- Registered Sleep Technologist preferred
- Scoring experience preferred
Job Profile Summary
Summary
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
Essential Functions
- 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
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Associate's Degree Health Sciences preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
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
Experience
Polysomnography Tech experience with multiple patient populations 1-2 years preferred
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- 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.
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
115 Mill Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
12
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Night (United States of America)
Pay Range
$31.98 - $47.85/Hourly
Grade
5
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement
1600 The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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