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MERCY HEALTH CORPORATION Sleep Technician in JANESVILLE, Wisconsin

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Overview PRN 6p-6:30am Shift differentials available Performs patient education, comprehensive polysomnographic testing and analysis, and associated interventions under the general supervision of the Medical Director or designee. Provides training and leadership to junior personnel. Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities Gather and analyze patient information Review history, physical information, medications, procedure request, and study protocol. Complete and verify documentation. Testing preparation procedures Prepare and calibrate equipment required for testing to determine proper functioning and make adjustments Apply electrodes and sensors according to accepted published standards, 10/20 system. Perform appropriate physiologic calibrations to ensure proper signals and make adjustments, if necessary. Perform routine positive airway pressure (PAP) mask fitting. Perform polysomnographic and other testing procedures Follow AASM and Center procedural protocols such as Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT), Maintenance of Wakefulness Test (MWT), parasomnia studies, routine polysomnography, PAP and oxygen titration, dental appliance titration, pediatric polysomnography and titrations to ensure collection and analyzation of appropriate artifact free data. Follow AASM and Center protocols to implement appropriate interventions (including actions necessary for patient safety and therapeutic intervention such as continuous and bi-level positive airway pressure, oxygen administration, etc.). Follow AASM and Center protocols to perform Home Sleep Apnea Testing (HSAT) and scoring of HSAT. Follow Center protocols for cleaning and maintenance of equipment and supplies. Recognize and provide age specific care in the treatment, assessment, and education of pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Perform Polysomnographic Record Scoring Scoring sleep/wake stages, clinical events (such as respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, arousals, etc.) using AASM guidelines and Center specific protocols. Oversee scoring of Sleep Technicians 1 and Sleep Technicians 2. Generate accurate reports, correct as necessary. Perform clerical duties Perform telephone and scheduling activities as needed to ensure department efficiency and patient service. Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations: Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals. Service - Responds... For full info follow application link. EOE&AA/M/F/Vet/Disabled. Mercy is an equal employment opportunity employer functioning under Affirmative Action Plans. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/20DB9A0DA9444320

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