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Stony Brook Medicine (Stony Brook University Hospital) Sleep Technologist-Sleep Disorders Center Per Diem in Smithtown, New York
- Review and analyze H & P information, procedure request, and study protocol. Identify and meet special needs of patients such as physical/mental limitations, etc. Complete and verify documentation. Prepare and calibrate equipment, make necessary adjustments.
- Apply electrodes according to AASM standards. Perform physiologic calibrations to assure proper signals and make adjustments as necessary. Perform routine mask fitting for CPAP titration patients.
- Perform sleep testing following protocols. Make adjustments to the leads, and assist patients during the night as needed. Use age-appropriate interventions and education. Perform data acquisition while monitoring, make necessary adjustments to assure artifact-free signals. Document observations such as sleep stages, clinical events, changes in pressure, and other significant events. Implement appropriate interventions during the night including actions necessary for patient safety and therapeutic intervention. Implement appropriate interventions for patient safety.
- Score records using AASM protocols. Recommend and/or assist in procedures to enhance patient flow. Perform required data entry, routine equipment care and maintenance, and other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
- If he/she is a Respiratory Care practitioner, the Technologist will be responsible for performance of blood gas analyses, setting and adjusting oxygen.
Special Notes: Resume/CV should be included with the online application. * Salary is an estimate of the average salary for the title. Final offer will be contingent on the candidate being selected for the role and applicable experience.
Posting Overview: This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).
If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.
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- Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
- All Hospital positions maybe subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
- This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
- This function/position maybe designated as "essential." This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.
Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:
- Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services
- Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
- Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen
- Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings.
- Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).
Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.
The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.
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Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as - $46.82 / hour.
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Minimum Salary: 46.82 Maximum Salary: 46.82 Salary Unit: Hourly