Polysomnographic Tech
About the role
Job Summary & Requirements
The Polysomnographic Technologist (Sleep Technologist) performs and analyses comprehensive night-time and day-time studies for the purpose of detecting and treating sleep disorders. The sleep tech prepares the patients for monitoring, obtains and documents the patients’ history and educates the patients on sleep testing, sleep disorders, and relevant treatments. During data acquisition, the sleep tech monitors the collection of data to ensure proper quality and addresses any technical issues. The sleep tech constantly assesses and adjusts any therapy applied to the patients. The sleep tech is also responsible for tending to the patients’ needs. They will document qualitative observations throughout the collection and create summary reports. The sleep tech analyzes (scores) the data acquired during the collection and composes a quantitative report for the Sleep Specialist to interpret.
Education:
Undergraduate Degree in Health Sciences/Biology or College Diploma in RN, RT, EEG Required Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) - Required Current BLS certification, required annually
Experience:
Minimum 3-5 years’ experience as a Polysomnographic Technologist performing and analyzing sleep studies is required
Competencies:
Performing and analyzing (scoring) sleep studies as per AASM rules Perform Multiple Sleep Latency Tests (MSLT) Able to perform CPAP/BIPAP, oxygen and oral appliance titration studies efficiently Understanding sleep disorders and corresponding treatment Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with others and strong interprofessional skills Demonstrated respect for and a willingness to learn from the professional knowledge of other members of the health care team Demonstrated problem-solving ability, critical thinking and organizational skills A commitment to the professional growth and development of self and others Demonstrated commitment to the concepts of Continuous Quality Improvement and Customer Service Contributes as a team member, following Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre MY CARE Values
This position is a unionized position part of the Ontario Nurse Association (ONA) - Health Care Professionals.
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About Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, located in Barrie, Ontario, provides safe, high-quality care for residents across a large geographical region including Simcoe County and the District of Muskoka. The area is home to more than 450,000 residents, with half of RVH’s patients living outside the City of Barrie.
As the largest health centre in North Simcoe Muskoka, RVH provides highly specialized services, and technology not found anywhere else in the region. This includes the only interventional radiology suites for minimally invasive surgeries, vascular services, advanced stroke care, as well as dedicated trauma rooms in its large Emergency department. RVH is also home to the Hudson Regional Cancer Centre, Simcoe Muskoka Regional Heart Program, Simcoe Muskoka Regional Child and Youth Program and the RVH Regional Renal Program meaning distance is no longer a factor for residents receiving lifesaving treatment.
For more information visit www.rvh.on.ca
Follow us on Twitter: @TeamRVH Like our Facebook page: Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre Subscribe to our YouTube channel: RVHBarrieON
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Polysomnographic Tech
About the role
Job Summary & Requirements
The Polysomnographic Technologist (Sleep Technologist) performs and analyses comprehensive night-time and day-time studies for the purpose of detecting and treating sleep disorders. The sleep tech prepares the patients for monitoring, obtains and documents the patients’ history and educates the patients on sleep testing, sleep disorders, and relevant treatments. During data acquisition, the sleep tech monitors the collection of data to ensure proper quality and addresses any technical issues. The sleep tech constantly assesses and adjusts any therapy applied to the patients. The sleep tech is also responsible for tending to the patients’ needs. They will document qualitative observations throughout the collection and create summary reports. The sleep tech analyzes (scores) the data acquired during the collection and composes a quantitative report for the Sleep Specialist to interpret.
Education:
Undergraduate Degree in Health Sciences/Biology or College Diploma in RN, RT, EEG Required Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) - Required Current BLS certification, required annually
Experience:
Minimum 3-5 years’ experience as a Polysomnographic Technologist performing and analyzing sleep studies is required
Competencies:
Performing and analyzing (scoring) sleep studies as per AASM rules Perform Multiple Sleep Latency Tests (MSLT) Able to perform CPAP/BIPAP, oxygen and oral appliance titration studies efficiently Understanding sleep disorders and corresponding treatment Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with others and strong interprofessional skills Demonstrated respect for and a willingness to learn from the professional knowledge of other members of the health care team Demonstrated problem-solving ability, critical thinking and organizational skills A commitment to the professional growth and development of self and others Demonstrated commitment to the concepts of Continuous Quality Improvement and Customer Service Contributes as a team member, following Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre MY CARE Values
This position is a unionized position part of the Ontario Nurse Association (ONA) - Health Care Professionals.
Not the right fit? Search for Polysomnographic Tech jobs in Barrie, Ontario, Canada
About Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, located in Barrie, Ontario, provides safe, high-quality care for residents across a large geographical region including Simcoe County and the District of Muskoka. The area is home to more than 450,000 residents, with half of RVH’s patients living outside the City of Barrie.
As the largest health centre in North Simcoe Muskoka, RVH provides highly specialized services, and technology not found anywhere else in the region. This includes the only interventional radiology suites for minimally invasive surgeries, vascular services, advanced stroke care, as well as dedicated trauma rooms in its large Emergency department. RVH is also home to the Hudson Regional Cancer Centre, Simcoe Muskoka Regional Heart Program, Simcoe Muskoka Regional Child and Youth Program and the RVH Regional Renal Program meaning distance is no longer a factor for residents receiving lifesaving treatment.
For more information visit www.rvh.on.ca
Follow us on Twitter: @TeamRVH Like our Facebook page: Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre Subscribe to our YouTube channel: RVHBarrieON