Med Instrument Technician (Polysomnography)
Major duties include but are not limited to:
Serve as a vital member of our growing sleep medicine program. Overall responsibilities will include taking an active role in the portable sleep study and Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) programs. Performs a full range of standard as well as portable sleep monitoring examinations with responsibility for properly calibrating and maintaining all necessary equipment. Testing equipment will record multiple respiration parameters for diagnosing sleep apnea with nasal and oral airflow, respiratory effort, body position, oximetry, snoring and heart rate Downloads, confirms adequate recording, and electronically transfers reports to CPRS folder for completion Scores sleep studies and alerts providers of critical or urgent results. Assists in communicating sleep study results with patients and arranges for appropriate follow up in the sleep clinic in conjunction with the sleep desk clerk. Independently programs and sets up initial PAP equipment for issue to Veteran based on prescription, including pressure adjustments per prescription or provider recommendation. Works with a variety of brands and types of PAP (CPAP, BiPAP, ASV, AVAPS and others) and mask fitting to assure optimal mask seal and comfort. Educates patients on safe and proper use of PAP machine, mask, and associated equipment to assure optimal function and sleep quality. This may be done in a group or in one-on-one formats. Ensures patient's significant other or caregiver fully understands set up procedures and function of BiPAP/CPAP unit. Troubleshoots PAP equipment in CPAP clinic or in other settings as required, and evaluates mask interfaces to determine causes for poor efficacy, compliance, or need for equipment replacement to correct the problem whenever possible or discuss with sleep specialist if needed. Ability to fill in as night time sleep technician responsibilities in case of emergencies while following duty hour limitations or overtime protocols Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8:
00 am - 4:
30 pm Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements:
United States Citizenship:
Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Education. There are no specific educational requirements for this occupation. Education may be substituted for experience only at the GS-4 and GS-5 levels Licensure or Certification. Licensure or Certification is not required for this occupation; however, it is strongly desirable at GS-6 or above as evidence of possession of the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities. For certain functional areas at the higher levels or supervisory assignments, specific certifications appropriate to the specialty are indicated in this standard under Titles and Certification/Registrations. English Language Proficiency. Medical Instrument Technicians must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with chapter 2, section D, paragraph 5a, this part. May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Preferred
Experience:
Certification. Registration by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) is highly desirable. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications as required by medical center policy for employees at this level. Polysomnography Technicians operate the electroencephalograph and other devices to record the electrical activity of the brain during sleep. Registration is offered by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT). Grade Determinations:
At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics related to the duties of the positions to be filled. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 1. Knowledge of the fundamentals of standard equipment operation, calibration and function. 2. Knowledge of correct use of non-invasive patient monitoring equipment specific to anesthesiology. 3. Ability to appropriately interact with patients during anesthetic procedures. 4. Knowledge of anesthesiology supplies and equipment appropriate to routine anesthetic procedures, such as those found in typical inpatient settings. References:
VA HANDBOOK 5005/15 PART II, APPENDIX G27 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-8. Physical Requirements:
This position requires visual acuity, keen hearing; clear, distinctive speech; and manual dexterity. The position requires potentially long periods of continued sitting, telephone and computer usage, walking, standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing. Transferring of equipment/objects may be required.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Serve as a vital member of our growing sleep medicine program. Overall responsibilities will include taking an active role in the portable sleep study and Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) programs. Performs a full range of standard as well as portable sleep monitoring examinations with responsibility for properly calibrating and maintaining all necessary equipment. Testing equipment will record multiple respiration parameters for diagnosing sleep apnea with nasal and oral airflow, respiratory effort, body position, oximetry, snoring and heart rate Downloads, confirms adequate recording, and electronically transfers reports to CPRS folder for completion Scores sleep studies and alerts providers of critical or urgent results. Assists in communicating sleep study results with patients and arranges for appropriate follow up in the sleep clinic in conjunction with the sleep desk clerk. Independently programs and sets up initial PAP equipment for issue to Veteran based on prescription, including pressure adjustments per prescription or provider recommendation. Works with a variety of brands and types of PAP (CPAP, BiPAP, ASV, AVAPS and others) and mask fitting to assure optimal mask seal and comfort. Educates patients on safe and proper use of PAP machine, mask, and associated equipment to assure optimal function and sleep quality. This may be done in a group or in one-on-one formats. Ensures patient's significant other or caregiver fully understands set up procedures and function of BiPAP/CPAP unit. Troubleshoots PAP equipment in CPAP clinic or in other settings as required, and evaluates mask interfaces to determine causes for poor efficacy, compliance, or need for equipment replacement to correct the problem whenever possible or discuss with sleep specialist if needed. Ability to fill in as night time sleep technician responsibilities in case of emergencies while following duty hour limitations or overtime protocols Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8:
00 am - 4:
30 pm Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements:
United States Citizenship:
Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Education. There are no specific educational requirements for this occupation. Education may be substituted for experience only at the GS-4 and GS-5 levels Licensure or Certification. Licensure or Certification is not required for this occupation; however, it is strongly desirable at GS-6 or above as evidence of possession of the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities. For certain functional areas at the higher levels or supervisory assignments, specific certifications appropriate to the specialty are indicated in this standard under Titles and Certification/Registrations. English Language Proficiency. Medical Instrument Technicians must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with chapter 2, section D, paragraph 5a, this part. May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Preferred
Experience:
Certification. Registration by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) is highly desirable. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications as required by medical center policy for employees at this level. Polysomnography Technicians operate the electroencephalograph and other devices to record the electrical activity of the brain during sleep. Registration is offered by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT). Grade Determinations:
At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics related to the duties of the positions to be filled. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 1. Knowledge of the fundamentals of standard equipment operation, calibration and function. 2. Knowledge of correct use of non-invasive patient monitoring equipment specific to anesthesiology. 3. Ability to appropriately interact with patients during anesthetic procedures. 4. Knowledge of anesthesiology supplies and equipment appropriate to routine anesthetic procedures, such as those found in typical inpatient settings. References:
VA HANDBOOK 5005/15 PART II, APPENDIX G27 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-8. Physical Requirements:
This position requires visual acuity, keen hearing; clear, distinctive speech; and manual dexterity. The position requires potentially long periods of continued sitting, telephone and computer usage, walking, standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing. Transferring of equipment/objects may be required.
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0649 Medical Instrument Technician - Salary Range:
$49,233 to $64,003 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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