Sleep Technician - Hartford/Farmington/Glastonbury - Per Diem
Connecticut Children's · Farmington, Connecticut, US
A Polysomnographic Technician, also known as a Sleep Technician, works under the general supervision of a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist, the Sleep...
Job description
A Polysomnographic Technician, also known as a Sleep Technician, works under the general supervision of a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist, the Sleep Medical Director, Sleep Center Manager or designee to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders including in center, inpatient, diagnostic, therapeutic interventions, comprehensive patient care and direct patient education. Sleep Study Preparation and Set-up: - Review the patient's history and verify the Medical order. - Follow Sleep Center protocols related to the Sleep study. - When a patient arrives, verify identification, collect documents and obtain consent for the study. - Explain the procedure and orient the patient for either in Center or out of Center Sleep testing. - Select appropriate equipment and calibrate for testing to determine proper functioning and make adjustments, if necessary. - Apply electrodes and sensors according to accepted publishing standards. Position Specific Role Responsibilities: Connecticut Children’s is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children’s offers personali...