Polysomnographic Technologist

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• DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION Explain test procedures to patients prior to the studies and provide for psychological needs while in the sleep center to obtain quality test results.
• Differentiate the quality of procedure and patient cooperation for interpretive analysis.
• Record and score sleep/wake results.
• Communicate the patient's psychological status and environmental conditions during the procedure to the physician for consideration in interpreting test results.
• Adapt test methods and instrumentation to obtain optimal patient results.
• Clean, calibrate, and process sleep equipment and sensors.
• Report equipment and supply needs to leadership.
• Recognize medically emergent situations and take appropriate actions.
• Complete necessary documentation and billing.
• Perform limited office, secretarial, and patient transport duties.
• Meet all Patient Family Centered Care standards and patient experience goals.
• May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.
• REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired.
• One (1) year of sleep polysomnography experience or completion of a sleep program.

Preferred Qualifications

Graduation from a sleep program or an associate's degree in a science or health related field. Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required.

Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.