Polysomnographic Tech - Medical Group
Core
Perform polysomnographic data acquisition, equipment calibration, and scoring of sleep studies to diagnose sleep disorders.
Role type
Polysomnographic Technologist
Builds
Sleep disorder diagnostic reports and patient care plans
Domain
Healthcare / Sleep Medicine
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Polysomnography, equipment calibration, signal monitoring, data scoring, PPE fitting, infection control, patient care across age groups
Preferred skills
Pediatric/geriatric patient care
Technologies
Polysomnography equipment, scoring software
Responsibilities
Apply patient monitoring devices and calibrate recording instruments; perform polysomnographic data acquisition and ensure artifact-free signals; score polysomnograph records using ASDA and Rechtschaffen & Kales criteria; perform positive airway pressure mask fitting; document observations and verify documentation; recognize and react to life-threatening abnormalities; assist in training new technicians.