Polysomnography Tech 3
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: College Station
Posted on: May 13, 2022
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Job Description:
JOB SUMMARYThe Polysomnography Tech 3 coordinates the daily
operations of the Sleep Laboratory. Within this framework,
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.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLEPerforms
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, contacting
manufacturers for repairs as needed. Notifies proper personnel for
equipment problems. Cleans all equipment ensuring infection
control.Consults regularly with the Medical Director regarding
patient studies.Maintains standards for completeness of Continuous
Quality Improvement and Quality Control measurements.Orients and
trains new Sleep Lab employees.Establishes and implements
performance improvements including education and staff
development.Communicates concerns and/or problems with possible
solutions to the Department Manager or Director.Maintains a current
and complete Policy and Procedure Manual.KEY SUCCESS
FACTORSAdvanced understanding of Polysomnographic Care modalities,
therapies, equipment and medications.Must be able to read, write
and follow flow chart protocols as appropriate.Must be able to
communicate thoughts clearly; both orally and in writing.Must be
able to work under stressful conditions.Must have critical thinking
and problem solving skills.Ability to follow established safety,
infection control, and isolation procedures at all times.Able to
balance multiple demands and respond to time constraints.Ability to
maintain and troubleshoot audio and video equipment.Advanced
computer skills, including but not limited to: typing, information
security, electronic medical documentation, hand held scanning and
email.BENEFITSOur competitive benefits package includes the
following- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits-
401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%- Tuition
Reimbursement- PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary
based upon position type and/or levelQUALIFICATIONS- EDUCATION -
Associate's or 2 years of work experience above the minimum
qualification- EXPERIENCE - 3 Years of Experience-
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - - - - - - - -Basic Life
Support (BLS) - - - - - - -Polysomnography Tech (POLYTECH)Facility
/ Location: Scott & White Hospital - College Station,
TexasDepartment / Shift: Sleep Lab, Evening PRN Position
Keywords: Baylor Scott & White Health, College Station , Polysomnography Tech 3, Other , College Station, Texas
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