Per Diem-Ped Sleep Technol
78289BR
Clinical Services Management
Status
Part-Time
Standard Hours per Week
1
Job Category
Clinical
Regular, Temporary, Per Diem
Per Diem
Office/Site Location
Waltham
Remote Eligibility
Onsite Only
Job Posting Description
At Boston Children’s Hospital, the quality of our care – and our inclusive hospital working environment – lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we’re committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.
- Prepares patients and equipment for procedures.
- Obtains medical history from patients/families to identify and meet patient-specific needs. (e.g., physical/mental limitations, current physiological status regarding the testing procedure).
- Reviews procedure request provided by ordering physician and complies with all standard lab protocols.
- Performs polysomnograms according to hospital and laboratory standards and protocols; routine and specialized PSG, PAP, O2, Trach, and other specialized procedures to meet the procedure request/goals of the study.
- Perform routine and complex equipment care and maintenance, troubleshoots technical problems with equipment, and coordinate repairs as needed with appropriate personnel.
- Keeps equipment clean and in proper working order.
- Attend monthly technical staff meetings providing professional input for the development of procedures and protocols for the Center.
- Participate in professional meetings on a local, regional, and national basis.
The per diem Sleep Technologist must have the following:
- High School diploma/GED
- RPSGT eligible
- Knowledge of PSG-related equipment, basic troubleshooting, and interfacing.
- Knowledge of the AASM manual of rules, terminology, and technical specifications.
- Ability to recognize abnormalities, artifacts, and events, and document with accuracy.
- Knowledge of patient safety procedures and protocols, infection control, and emergency procedures in a hospital setting.
- Skilled in the application of equipment, including 10-20 measurement system.
Boston Children’s Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, (unless you are eligible for a medical or religious exemption).
Boston Children’s Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
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