What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sleep Tech II position at Phoebe Putney Health System?
JOB SUMMARY A Sleep Polysomnographic Technician performs comprehensive polysomnographic testing and analysis, and associated interventions under the general supervision of a Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) and/or the clinical director (MD, PhD, DO) or designee. A Polysomnographic Technician can provide supervision of a Polysomnographic Trainee
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
● Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines
● Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization
● Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures
● Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)
● Attends sta meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time. Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
● Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.
WORKING CONDITIONS
● General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
● May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
● May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body uids, or infectious organisms.
● May be required to change from one task to another of dierent nature without loss of eciency or composure.
● Periods of high stress and uctuating workloads may occur.
● May be scheduled as needed including overtime OSHA CATEGORY
● OSHA Category I - Employees will all be exposed to specic hazards as a regular part of their job.
QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Successful completion of an accredited polysomnography program, or a minimum of 6 months of experience as a Sleep Trainee with documented prociency in all required competencies; or completion of an A-Step accredited course and is eligible for the A-step examination (Required)
● 4 year / Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences or related eld (Preferred) EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
● 6 months of direct patient care experience (Required) CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES
● Required Certications/Licensures: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
GENERAL SKILLS
● Organizational Skills
● Communication Skills
● Interpersonal Skills
● Customer Relations
● Mathematical
● Analytical
● Grammar / Spelling
● Read / Comprehend Written Instructions
● Follow Verbal Instructions
● Basic Computer Skills
● Microsoft Oce Suite
● General Clerical Skills
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
● Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination
● Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
● Standing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
● Walking - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
● Sitting - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
● Bending/Stooping - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
● Twist at waist - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
● Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
● Lift/carry > 20 lbs with assistance - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
● Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
● Lift/carry > 50 lbs with assistance - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)