Sleep Technician

Scope of Role:

• Collect, analyze and integrate patient information.
• Determine final testing parameters/procedures in conjunction with the ordering physician or clinical director and laboratory protocols.
• Perform operational checks prior to initiating the study and ensure the accuracy and safety of instruments in use during patient recording.
• Monitor patients during treatment and report any unusual reactions.
• Apply electrodes and sensors according to accepted published standards.
• Perform routine positive airway pressure (PAP) interface fitting and desensitization.
• Perform appropriate physiological calibrations to ensure proper signals and make required adjustments.
• Document routine observations including sleep stages, clinical events, changes in procedure, and other significant events in order to facilitate scoring and interpretation of polysomnographic results.
• Complies with and properly applies, established procedures and precautions relating to safety to self, patient and others.
• Perform patient education and instruction appropriate for home sleep apnea testing.
• Recognize and respond to cardiac emergencies during sleep studies.
• Operates and maintains equipment in accordance with specifications so that no damage or undue wear and tear occurs due to failure to comply.
• Attends education in-service programs to maintain professional competency.

Competencies and Skills:

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to apply the use of techniques, equipment’s and procedures involved in the evaluation of polysomnography for the treatment sleep disorder.
• Ability to troubleshoot respiratory devices and physiologic monitoring equipment.
• Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situation.
• Ability to work independently, be keen to detail and maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial and legal information.
• Ability to effectively educate others.
• Knowledge of current disease management guidelines.
• Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate with a variety of professionals.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner.

Requirements:

• Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor's/College Degree in Respiratory Therapy or equivalent
• with or without experience.
• Recent respiratory therapist (RTRP) or sleep technologist (RPSGT) experience is an advantage.
• Amenable to work in Quezon City
• Willing to undergo medical clearance
• Can start ASAP

Other Benefits and Advantages:

• Health Insurance (HMO) coverage from day 1 of employment
• Annual Physical Examination
• Vacation and Sick Leave credits
• Free uniforms and more