Sleep Study Tech-PSGT

JOB SUMMARY
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PURPOSE P
erforms patient set-ups for overnight sleep testing, and records overnight polysomnographic (
PSG
) and video recordings of patient's sleep activity for diagnostic evaluation. Communicates and coordinates activities with Sleep Lab Section leader/supervisor. Administers sleep medications per policy.
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION T
he Samaritan Health Services Sleep Center provides patients with various diagnostic tests to detect all aspects of sleep disturbances and neurological related disorders.
EXPERIENCE
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EDUCATION
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QUALIFICATIONS G
raduate from an American Medical Association (
AMA
) approved college program or one (1) year experience in polysomnography, neurodiagnostics or respiratory therapy required. Current unencumbered Oregon Polysomnographic Technologist (
PSGT
) License required. Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (
RPSGT
) through the
BRPT
required. Healthcare Provider
BLS
required.
KNOWLEDGE
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SKILLS
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ABILITIES P
atient Care - Possess the skills and knowledge needed to assist and care for others. Ability to recognize symptoms, drug properties and interactions, treatments, and preventive health-care measures within scope of practice. Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss quality issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas. Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure. Conflict resolution - Ability to proactively resolve conflicts in a positive and constructive manner. Possess the knowledge and skills to handle complaints, settle disputes, and negotiate with others to reach mutually beneficial decisions. Social Perceptiveness - Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages. Medical Terminology - Knowledge of medical records, procedures and terminology. Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS R
arely (1 - 10% of the time) Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time) Frequently (34 - 66% of the time) Continually (67 – 100% of the time)
CLIMB
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LADDER LIFT
(Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs
SQUAT S
tatic (hold >30 sec)
STAND WALK
-
LEVEL SURFACE CLIMB
-
STAIRS WALK
-
INCLINE SQUAT R
epetitive
BEND FORWARD
at waist
ROTATE TRUNK S
tanding
PUSH
(40-60 pounds force)
PULL
(40 - 60 pounds force)
SIT ROTATE TRUNK S
itting
MANUAL DEXTERITY H
ands/wrists
REACH
- Forward
REACH
- Upward
FINGER DEXTERITY PINCH F
ingers
GRASP H
and/Fist
LIFT
(Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0-20 Lbs
LIFT
(Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT
(Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT
(Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
CARRY
1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
CARRY
2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds