Summary of Position: 

The Polysomnography (PSG) Technologist provides routine clerical support, answers phones, routes callers and relays messages, faxes, files reports and manages departmental documents for the Sleep Studies Lab.  The PSG Technologist supports the day-to-day operations of the Sleep Studies Lab Department to ensure timely results and efficient workflow. The PSG Technologist is responsible for scheduling procedures and tracking sleep studies from acquisition to interpretation and filing.  The PSG Technologist performs polysomnographic testing according to established policies and procedures, ensuring testing is safe and effective.  

Qualifications:

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent education/experience

• Accredited Sleep Program

Experience:

• One year of polysomnography testing experience and a background in science &/or anatomy and physiology training preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of EEG, EKG, EOG, EMG, Respiratory Care, Polysomnography and their computer-assisted analysis preferred 

• Computer skills-proficient in data entry and word processing

• Sufficient computer skills as are required to complete an online application and the pre-employment/annual Net Learning requirements

• In compliance with patient safety standards, must be able to effectively communicate in English; Bilingual abilities preferred

Certifications/Licensure:

• RPSGT or RRT-SDS

• California Polysomnographic Technologist or Respiratory Care Practitioner License 

• Current CPR/BLS certification by the American Heart Association (BLS for the Healthcare Provider) or ability to obtain prior to start date.