General Summary/Responsibilities: A sleep technologist trainee works under the general supervision of the medical director, and direct supervision of the clinical lab manager, sleep center director, lead technician and/or polysomnographic technologist; to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders including in center and home sleep apnea testing, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, comprehensive patient care and direct patient education. A trainee remains in this level for a year and is required to continue their education by asking questions, doing independent study for sleep medicine and starting the A-STEP modules. The A-Step modules and Registry Exam must be completed and passed within three years of hire date. Scope/Span of Control: Supervisory Responsibilities (if applicable) Supervises FTEs: No Number of FTEs Supervised: N/A Exercises full management authority including performance reviews, discipline, termination and personnel hiring No Fiscal Responsibilities (if applicable) Annual Revenue in Dollars: N/A Annual Expense in Dollars: N/A Financial Accountability: N/A Population Served Age of Population Served - Choose all that apply ☐ Infant (birth – less than 1 year) ☐ Pediatric (1 – less than 9 years) ☒ Adolescent (9 – less than 18 years) ☒ Adult (18 – less than 65 years) ☒ Geriatric (65 years & older) ☐ All Age Groups (Birth & Above) ☐ Not Applicable Essential Duties & Functions: + Collect, analyze and integrate patient information in order to identify and meet the patient specific needs (physical/ mental limitations, current emotional/ physiological status regarding the testing procedure, pertinent medical/ social history). + Determine final testing parameters/ procedures in conjunction with the ordering physician or clinical director and laboratory protocols. + Review patient history and verify medical order. + Follow sleep center protocols related to sleep study. + Verify patient identification, collect documents and obtain consent for the study. + Explain the procedure and orient the patient to the sleep center. + Select appropriate testing equipment. Calibrate the testing equipment to determine proper function. + Applying electrodes and sensors according to accepted published standards by the AASM. + Perform routine positive airway pressure (PAP) interface fitting and desensitization. Other Duties & Functions: + Comply with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and standards, regarding safety and infection control issues. + Perform routine equipment care and maintenance and inventory evaluation. + Maintain current CPR or BLS certification. + Maintain 10 CEUs annually. + Demonstrate computer skills appropriate for the position. + Follow HIPPA and privacy policies. + Respond to sleep patient’s procedural-related inquiries by providing appropriate educationutilizing sleep center specific protocols. + Participate in the quality assurance program. + Comply with professional standards of conduct. + Able to work 12 hour shifts 3-4 nights a week ranging from 6:30pm-6:30am. + Able to work at either location, Centerville or Huber Heights as needed. Education Minimum Level of Education Required: High School completion / GED Additional requirements: + Type of degree: N/A + Area of study or major: N/A + Preferred educational qualifications: Basic Medical Terminology + Position specific testing requirement: N/A Licensure/Certification/Registration (Preferred) + Basic Life Support + Medical Assisting Certificate + Nursing Assisting Certificate Experience Minimum Level of Experience Required: No prior job-related work experience Prior job title or occupational experience: N/A Prior specific functional responsibilities: N/A Preferred experience: N/A Other experience requirements: N/A Knowledge/Skills + Basic computer skills + Basic technical skills + Effective written and verbal communication + Customer service skills + Critical thinking and the ability to work with minimal supervision + Demonstrate teamwork skills + Demonstrate the ability to follow directions Physical Requirements & Working Conditions Physical Requirements: Pulling 2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) Standing 2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) Other sounds 4 - Consistently (76% - 100%) Twisting 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) Reaching 2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) Visual Acuity Near 4 - Consistently (76% - 100%) Walking 2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) Manual Dexterity 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) Visual Acuity Far 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) Sitting 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) Use both hands 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) Vision Color 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) Pushing 2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) Talking 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) Concentrating 4 - Consistently (76% - 100%) Climbing 1 - Rarely (0% - 10%) Lifting <10 pounds 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) Interpersonal Skills 4 - Consistently (76% - 100%) Stooping 2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) Lifting >10 pounds 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) Reading 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) Kneeling 2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) Normal hearing both ears 4 - Consistently (76% - 100%) Thinking 4 - Consistently (76% - 100%) Working Conditions: 1. Employees must maintain a safe place for all patients as well as employees. 1. Positive working environment. 1. Quiet independent working environment. Organizational Standards + Possess skills, knowledge, and abilities to reach the mission, vision, and values of Premier Health. + Demonstrates traits and behaviors including, but not limited to, focusing on Patients/Customers, Walking the Talk, Being a Partner, Adding Skills/Abilities, Working Independently for all staff and Managing in a Changing Environment, Engaging the Workforce, and Managing & Improving Individual Performance for Management Staff. + Performs in such a way to honor our values of Respect, Integrity, Compassion, and Excellence. + Provides a positive and professional representation of the organization. + Promotes a culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention. + Maintains hospital standards for a clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experience. + Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or practice. + Adheres to infection prevention policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations. + Participates in ongoing quality improvement activities. + Maintains compliance with organization’s policies, as well as established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standards. + Complies with organizational and regulatory policies for handling confidential patient information. + Demonstrates excellent customer service through his/her attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organization. + Adheres to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and TJC standards and/or standards from other accrediting bodies. + Reports to work as required