Registered Polysomnographic Technician Reader
Cleveland Clinic - Cleveland, Ohio, United States, 44114![Cleveland Clinic](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Cleveland Clinic's Sleep Disorders Center is a multispecialty, comprehensive program dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders in children and adults. As a Registered Polysomnographic Technician Reader, you will score and interpret polysomnographic studies and participate in daily reading sessions. This position will work at various Cleveland Clinic sleep lab locations.
The ideal future caregiver is someone who:
* Is a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist.
* Has at least three years of experience.
* Has knowledge of the International Classification of Sleep Disorders manual.
By taking this opportunity, you will be valued as a caregiver and supported as you achieve your goals. Cleveland Clinic will support you throughout your career, offering ample opportunity for learning and career growth.
At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.
Job Responsibilities:
* Works with Sleep Medicine fellows, predominately during the dayshift, scoring and interpreting polysomnographic studies in accordance with Cleveland Clinic Sleep Disorders Center policies and procedures and established guidelines (Rechtschaffen and Kales, "A Manual of Standard Terminology, Techniques, and Scoring System for Sleep Stages of Human Sleep").* Reviews raw data and clarifies problems or scoring discrepancies with recording technologists. Generates sleep reports that are technically accurate and grammatically correct.* Synthesizes information from the medical and sleep history and physical examination to optimize sleep study interpretation and treatment recommendations.* Participates in daily protocolling of overnight studies. Interacts with medical and nursing staff to address study design issues.* Reviews PSG recordings with staff physicians in daily reading sessions. Makes appropriate report revisions and finalizes reports.* Interprets all types of sleep tests, including routine polysomnograms, positive airway titration, expanded EMG and EEG montages for the evaluation of nocturnal seizures and parasomnias, multiple sleep latency and maintenance of wakefulness tests for evaluation of daytime sleepiness, and actigraphy.* Stages and scores sleep and events in the pediatric population.* Attends regular database meetings and participates in database improvement initiatives. Trains other technologist on database issues. Assists Technical Director and medical staff with training of fellow and resident physicians. Assists with training of new technologists* Attends regular sleep research meetings and participates in the recording and interpretation of research studies as needed.* Performs all duties of a Registered Technologist.* Performs other duties as assigned.
Education:
* High school diploma or GED.
Languages:
* English
Certifications:
* Must be a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist.
Competencies (Complexity of Work):
* Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.* Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Work Experience:
* Minimum three years experience and knowledge of the International Classification of Sleep Disorders manual.
Physical Requirements:
* Full range of body motion, manual finger dexterity, eye-hand coordination, corrected hearing and vision to normal to normal range and the ability to maneuver heavy equipment. Requires standing and walking for extended periods.
Personal Protective Equipment:
* Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
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