PSG Scoring Technologist

PSG Scoring Technologist

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Polysomnographic Scoring Technologist, working under the general supervision of the Clinical Director (MD) or designee, provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. Primarily a scoring position, it also includes polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services or patient care and education. The technologist performs duties as defined for a technologist and provides effective on-call support for the night shift to resolve clinical issues by demonstrating an advanced understanding of scientific knowledge and theory related to sleep disorders (takes call an average of every third week). Provides night shift coverage when needed.

EDUCATION:

Associate of Science or Associate of Arts degree preferred. Formal coursework in polysomnography is desirable as is the CRT or RRT credential.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of one year as a Polysomnographic Technologist that includes scoring sleep studies.

SPECIAL SKILLS:

Current CPR (BCLS) Certification. Strong ability to use analytical and critical thinking skills to score sleep studies and to effectively problem-solve.

Effective interaction and communication (oral, writing, presenting) skills. Ability to perform work accurately and pay attention to details, changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure. Ability to function competently in stressful situations and changing work environment related to changing physician and patient needs.

Ability to work cooperatively within the health-system, and with patients, family members, co-workers, and multidisciplinary team members (i.e. , physicians, Patient Care Services staff members, etc.). Ability to utilize effective time management to set priorities, perform job related responsibilities, and respond quickly to emergency situations. Certification by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists as a registered polysomnographic technician (RPSGT). Licensed NJ Sleep Technologist or Licensed NJ Respiratory Therapist.

Area of Talent: Allied Health & Technical

Organization: The Valley Hospital

Department: VH SLEEP LAB

Shift: Day

Status: Full Time (36+ hrs/week)

Schedule: 8:00

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United States