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Join this growing AASM Accredited sleep center today!

Schedule: 7:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.

Purpose:

Under the supervision of physicians and in the presence of a Polysomnographic Technologist, the Polysomnographic Technician is responsible for performing patient care duties and providing customer service to clients of the sleep center.

Responsibilities:

• Serves, manages and supports internal and external customers.

• Cleaning and sterilization are performed according to infection control guidelines.

• Inventory of lab supplies is taken and level for optimum functioning of lab is maintained.

• Educates patients on sleep lab procedures.

• Prepares patients for diagnostic testing as directed and according to departmental procedures.

• Accurately scores and analyzes sleep studies.

• Participates in sleep disorders center professional activities and continuing education.

• Performs therapeutic treatments and interventions, working with a Polysomnographic Technologist at all times.

• Communicates appropriately using good interpersonal skills.

• HS Diploma Required

• Bachelor's Degree or 6 months relevant experience in a related field (such as Sleep, EEG, Respiratory Therapy, or similar) preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation OR Basic Life Support.

• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.

• Licensed to practice as a Polysomnographic Technologist from the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (RPSGT), the American Board of Sleep Medicine (RST) or the National Board of Respiratory Care (CRT-SDS or RRT-SDS) within 6 months of meeting the eligibility requirements, and within 2 years from date of hire required.

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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran