Registered Polysomnographic Technologist

Medical University of South Carolina

Charleston, SC, United States
Pyy rate type: hourly; pyy grade: health-26; sched...
Overnight polysomnogram performance
Sleep study scoring and reporting
Cpap titration protocol execution
The Registered Polysomnographic Technologist works under medical supervision to perform and evaluate overnight polysomnograms on patients ranging from pediatric to geriatric

Job Summary

  • The Registered Polysomnographic Technologist works under medical supervision to perform and evaluate overnight polysomnograms on patients ranging from pediatric to geriatric.
  • This role requires the ability to recognize sleep pathology and respond with appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety while operating sophisticated medical equipment.
  • The technologist must accurately score sleep studies and generate detailed reports summarizing sleep stages, respiratory events, and cardiac findings for physician interpretation.

Matching Summary

The Registered Polysomnographic Technologist works under medical supervision to perform and evaluate overnight polysomnograms on patients ranging from pediatric to geriatric.

Salary

Pay Rate Type: Hourly; Pay Grade: Health-26; Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • overnight polysomnogram performance
  • sleep study scoring and reporting
  • CPAP titration protocol execution
  • cardio-respiratory physiology knowledge
  • patient safety intervention skills
  • medical equipment operation

Nice-to-have

  • effective communication with medical staff
  • ability to work independently
  • enthusiastic team player attitude
  • experience with diverse patient populations

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Minimum 4 years of experience with sleep patients
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • State licensure or professional certification if required

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