Overview
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Provides care for patients undergoing sleep studies and sleep disorder treatment. Performs EEGs as assigned.
Reports to: Director – Cardiac-Pulmonary & Neurodiagnostics
Prepares for the arrival of the patient by setting up and preparing the equipment for the ordered test.
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Interviews patient to determine sleep disorder issues and to explain testing procedures.
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Performs testing and any additional testing required for sleep disorder that is noted.
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Scores, interprets, and reports results of sleep studies. Educates patients about test results, sleep disorders, community support groups, and available resources.
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Prepares, calibrates, repairs, and maintains equipment required for testing. Determines and reports needed repairs and replacements.
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Maintains proper supplies to care for patients.
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Performs EEGs, as directed, utilizing proper technics with minimal repeats.
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Assures that patients are scheduled properly and properly instructed of all requirements pertaining to the test
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Assist in maintaining the laboratory and equipment
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Assists in training of other personnel on performing EEGs
*Minimum Education*
High School diploma or GED – Required
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*Minimum Education*
Graduate of a Program in Discipline – Preferred
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*Required Skills*
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.
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*Required Skills*
Certifications:
BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) – Required to be current upon hire.
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*Required Skills*
Licenses: Effective 7/1/2010, State of Tennessee Polysomnography licensure – Required when performing Sleep Studies. Must obtain within 6 months of employment.
New Hires pending State Polysomnography Licensure can only complete EEG Tech functions.
**Job:** **Respiratory/Pulmonary*
**Organization:** **
**Title:** *Polysomnographic Technologist*
**Location:** *Tennessee-Gallatin*
**Requisition ID:** *7457-12733*
