Work where it all began—at the Stanford Sleep Disorders Clinic! Dr. William Dement, often called the “father of sleep medicine,” founded the Stanford Sleep Disorders Clinic and Research Center in 1970, the world’s first accredited sleep center, pioneering the field of sleep disorders and establishing Stanford as a leading institution for sleep research.

• Various elective educational courses offered through our HealthStream Catalog

• Accurately and safely place sensors, electrodes, and leads on the patient, according to Clinic policy and procedures.
• Accurately and securely apply electrodes and sensors to the patient, using universal standards and in accordance with Clinic policy and procedures.
• Adequately instruct patients on the hookup procedure and testing process.
• Properly fit the patient for a nasal mask during titration tests.
• Respond appropriately to patient care needs.
• Conduct urine screens according to Hospital policy and procedures.
• Correctly recognize and eliminate artifacts during data collection to meet quality standards.
• Generate a comprehensive technologist report reflecting testing procedures, patient testing outcomes, and environmental influences.
• Perform CPAP and BiPAP titrations according to Sleep Clinic policies and procedures.
• Perform data acquisition according to established protocols and procedures.
• Provide comprehensive technologist notes and log sheets during polysomnographic testing.
• Administer medications per physician orders and in accordance with Hospital policies and procedures.

Experience Qualifications

• Three (3) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to apply judgment and make informed decisions

• Ability to foster effective working relationships and build consensus

• Ability to solve problems and identify solutions

• Ability to speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job

• Knowledge and competency in all aspects of Polysomnographic testing, procedures and utilization

• Knowledge and understanding of common Sleep Disorders and utilization of electronic systems

• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area

• Knowledge of new technologies (in specific field) and maintain and stay abreast of updates and changes

Licenses and Certifications

• Credential from Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technicians (BRPT) as Registered Polysomnographic Technicians (RPSGT) . and

• BLS - Basic Life Support .