Polysomnograph technician vs registered polysomnographic technologist

Differences between polysomnograph technician and registered polysomnographic technologist duties and responsibilities

Polysomnograph technician example responsibilities.

• Perform CPAP desensitization clinics for patients before titration study.
• Attend field relate seminars and conventions to keep the lab up to date with the latest AASM standards.
• Use of electrophysiology methods such as EMG and evoke potentials to monitor the functional integrity of neural structures.
• Apply sensors/electrodes according to AASM standards, perform physiologic calibrations to assure proper signals and make adjustments as necessary.
• Administer and coordinate video and epilepsy monitoring units.
• Apply electrodes on pediatric and geriatric patients according to accept published standards.
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Registered polysomnographic technologist example responsibilities.

• Open and close department independently and also assist surgical staff by managing QC and providing radiopharmaceuticals as needed for procedures.
• Perform appropriate interventions including the application of oxygen, mask fitting, CPAP or BIPAP equipment.
• Edit ECG reports to physician requirements in addition to identifying clinical disorders and arrhythmia management.
• Perform MSLT/ MWT according to protocol.
• Perform adult and pediatric NSPG/Pap titration studies.
• Prepare for multiple sleep latency testing MSLT.
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