Job Description
Job Description
At Aylo Health, we work together to enrich the health and well-being of every life we touch. Our mission is to make quality healthcare simple and convenient. Because healthy people can do amazing things!
We offer a work environment that values the creation of lifelong relationships, while also providing opportunities for growth and career development. We strive to care for each other with the same passion with which we care for our patients. Aylo Health offers competitive pay to team members who provide high-quality care, while delivering an exceptional patient experience.
JOB SUMMARY :
A Polysomnographic Technologist / Technician works under the general supervision of the Sleep Center Manager to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. This may involve polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services or patient care and education. A Polysomnographic Technologist can perform the duties defined for a Polysomnographic Technologist / Technician and may provide supervision of other staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Perform all types of sleep disorder testing, including set-up and performance of nocturnal polysomnograms (PSGs)
- Must demonstrate working knowledge of polysomnography, Multiple Sleep Latency Tests (MSLT), oximetry and administration of supplemental O2, Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP and / or Bilevel) studies, and the basics of Sleep Medicine
- Able to take patient vital signs accurately & recognize cardiac arrhythmias
- Ability to perform all duties as a Sleep Technician / Technologist in accordance with AASM, ACHC and ELFP's guidelines
- Operate and calibrate sleep equipment
- Operate software used to record and evaluate sleep / wake pathology
- Score polysomnographic recordings in preparation for physician interpretation
- Apply and remove electrodes and other equipment used in conjunction with polysomnography
- Clean and disinfect equipment placed on patients on a daily / shift basis
- Other related duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED :
High School graduate or equivalent requiredMust be a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist or has completed an A-Step programMust have a current BLS card from the American Heart Association, prior to permanent hire dateMinimum 3 years full time sleep tech experienceMust be personable and treat patients with care and respectThe Sleep Tech is able to independently perform job functionsKey data into patient electronic medical recordsMust be able to work quickly and efficiently to assure patient comfort and satisfactionAbility to communicate effectively with the patient(s), and health care teamDuties require professional verbal and written communication skillsAble to communicate and understand verbal and written English languageComputer literate with entry level working knowledge of Microsoft Suites; Outlook, WordComputer literate with entry level working knowledge of Philips Respironics Alice 6 / G3 sleep softwareExceptional problem solving skillsDemonstrate ability to organize, coordinate, prioritize, and facilitate many on-going tasks at one timeMake outbound and receive inbound telephone calls, and fax correspondence, as neededInventory and stock medical supplies and materialsAdhere to Standard of Care, Code of Conduct, HIPAA Compliance and Confidentiality AgreementExhibit compassion and professionalismMust be able to report to work as scheduled without delayAttends required meetings, training in-services, and participates in committees as requiredContinuing Medical Education in accordance with their field of medicineAdult and Pediatric Basic Life Support CertificationProfessional appearancePositive attitudeWe offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes :
Medical insurance with prescription drug coverageDental insuranceVision insuranceCompany-paid child careCompany-paid basic life insurance401(k) with company matchDependent Care Flexible Spending AccountHealthcare Flexible Spending AccountPaid time off#ZR
Aylo Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer