Polysomnography Technologist

**Job Summary:**

We are seeking a highly skilled Polysomnography Technologist to join our team at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Sleep Lab. As a Polysomnography Technologist, you will be responsible for performing basic to advanced inpatient and outpatient sleep disorder studies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Select and apply special monitoring electrodes, bands, thermistors, and other monitoring probes to appropriate areas of the patient's body.
• Prepare positive airway pressure (PAP) mask fittings and schedule and discuss the test process with patients.
• Follow sleep procedures to establish and document baseline values such as body position, movements, oxyhemoglobin saturation, respiratory and heart rates.
• Score sleep/wake stages and generate accurate reports by tabulating sleep/wake and clinical event data.
• Implement appropriate interventions including actions necessary for patient safety and therapeutic intervention.
• Perform procedures and therapeutic interventions such as auto servo ventilation (SV) titrations, average volume assured pressure support (AVAPS), multiple sleep latency testing (MSLT), and maintenance of wakefulness testing (MWT).
• Perform set up and scoring of home sleep tests and maintain equipment in clean operating condition.
• Serve as a technical resource, role model, and/or preceptor for students and staff.

Requirements:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) registration issued by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT), or Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) certification issued by the American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM), or Registered Respiratory Therapist-Sleep Disorders Specialty (RRT-SDS) certification issued by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program.
• Typically requires 2 years of experience in a polysomnographic technician role.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Must meet the AASM standard of 80% proficient in scoring with interscore reliability.
• Proficient at sleep study scoring.
• Ability to analyze complex situations and apply policy.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• May drive between sites and be exposed to road hazards.
• Operates all equipment essential to performing the job.
• Must sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, and kneel throughout workday.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs. over the head, and carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.

Why Work with Us:

At Advocate Health, we are committed to providing high-quality patient care and exceptional service. As a Polysomnography Technologist, you will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of healthcare professionals and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients.

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for sleep medicine, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application and resume to our online portal.