Berkshire Health Systems, Inc. Pittsfield , MA 01202
Posted 2 weeks ago
DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION A Polysomnographic Technician (PSG-Tech)performs comprehensive polysomnographic testing and analysis, and associated interventions under the general supervision of a Polysomnographic Technologist (RST, RPSGT, CPSGT) and/or the clinical director (MD, PhD, DO) or designee. A Polysomnographic Technician can provide supervision of a Polysomnographic Trainee. PSG-Tech may assist technologists in scoring, cleaning of equipment, rooms, making phone calls, etc.. depending of SDC needs # level of his or her training. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.) Experience: A minimum 6 months of experience as a Polysomnographic Trainee with documented proficiency in all required competencies. Education and Training: High school diploma or GED plus 6 months of direct patient care experience as a Polysomnographic Trainee. Successful completion of a polysomnography program, of no less than one year duration, associated with a state licensed and/or a nationally accredited educational facility prefered. 1 year of post-secondary education or current enrollment in an accredited educational program leading to a certificate or associate degree with an emphasis in sleep technology or colledge education prefered License, Certification
CPR Other Requirements: Comply with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and standards regarding safety and infection control issues. Participate in equipment care and maintenance Maintain current CPR or BCLS certification Demonstrate effective written and spoken communication skills. Demonstrate appropriate social skills. Demonstrate ability to learn and follow direction.
DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION
A Polysomnographic Technician (PSG-Tech)performs comprehensive polysomnographic testing and analysis, and associated interventions under the general supervision of a Polysomnographic Technologist (RST, RPSGT, CPSGT) and/or the clinical director (MD, PhD, DO) or designee. A Polysomnographic Technician can provide supervision of a Polysomnographic Trainee. PSG-Tech may assist technologists in scoring, cleaning of equipment, rooms, making phone calls, etc.. depending of SDC needs & level of his or her training.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)
Experience:
A minimum 6 months of experience as a Polysomnographic Trainee with documented proficiency in all required competencies.
Education and Training:
High school diploma or GED plus 6 months of direct patient care experience as a Polysomnographic Trainee.
Successful completion of a polysomnography program, of no less than one year duration, associated with a state licensed and/or a nationally accredited educational facility prefered.
1 year of post-secondary education or current enrollment in an accredited educational program leading to a certificate or associate degree with an emphasis in sleep technology or colledge education prefered
License, Certification & Registration:
CPR
Other Requirements:
Comply with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and standards regarding safety and infection control issues.
Participate in equipment care and maintenance
Maintain current CPR or BCLS certification
Demonstrate effective written and spoken communication skills.
Demonstrate appropriate social skills.
Demonstrate ability to learn and follow direction.
Berkshire Health Systems, Inc.