Website Lackey Memorial Hospital
Location – Forest Sleep Lab
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Position Summary
The Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) is responsible for performing and monitoring diagnostic and therapeutic sleep studies in accordance with established standards of care. The RPSGT provides high-quality patient care throughout the sleep study process, ensures accurate data collection and documentation, and maintains a safe, comfortable environment for patients.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare patients for overnight and daytime sleep studies, explaining procedures and answering questions.
Perform and monitor diagnostic and therapeutic sleep studies, including PSG, CPAP/BiPAP titration, MSLT, MWT, and other sleep-related testing as ordered.
Apply and verify appropriate sensors and electrodes according to established protocols.
Monitor patients and recording equipment throughout the study and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition.
Initiate and adjust PAP therapy and other interventions according to physician orders and established protocols.
Recognize and document sleep-related events, cardiac rhythms, respiratory events, movements, and other physiological changes.
Perform appropriate technical interventions to obtain high-quality recordings and troubleshoot equipment when necessary.
Score sleep studies according to current professional standards and facility protocols, when applicable.
Maintain accurate and complete patient documentation and study records.
Provide patient education regarding sleep studies, PAP therapy, and sleep-related procedures.
Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and all applicable regulatory requirements.
Clean, disinfect, and maintain equipment and the sleep laboratory according to infection-control policies.
Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement activities.
Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, other technologists, and members of the healthcare team.
Maintain current knowledge of sleep medicine technology, procedures, and professional standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Current RPSGT credential through the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT), or eligibility as determined by facility requirements.
Current BLS certification.
Previous experience in a sleep laboratory preferred.
Knowledge of polysomnographic equipment, sleep-disorder testing, scoring, and troubleshooting.
Strong patient-care, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and make appropriate clinical and technical decisions within established protocols.
Physical/Work Requirements
Ability to work overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, and varying schedules as required.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and assist patients as needed.
Ability to lift and move equipment and supplies.
Ability to remain alert and attentive throughout overnight monitoring.
Ability to work in a patient-care environment while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
Key Competencies
Patient-centered care
Attention to detail
Clinical judgment
Technical proficiency
Communication and teamwork
Problem-solving
Dependability and professionalism
Commitment to quality and patient safety
Lackey Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.