Medical Instrument Technician - Lead Polysomnography Technician - HSAT Program Manager

The Medical Instrument Technician - Lead Polysomnography Technician - HSAT Program Manager will function within the Sleep Disorders section of Medicine Service and is responsible for diagnostic testing, scoring, initiation & titration of patients with known or suspected sleep disorders. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : The Medical Instrument Technician - Lead Polysomnography Technician - HSAT Program Manager will function in the Northeast Ohio VA Healthcare System's Sleep Disorders Section, under the general umbrella of Medicine Service. This position primarily is responsible for the general functions and management for at home sleep testing ordering, upload, assignment and reporting. Duties of the Medical Instrument Technician - Lead Polysomnography Technician - HSAT Program Manager include but are not limited to: Successfully manage the Home Sleep Apnea Testing (HSAT) Program and assists with in-lab day study testing, as needed Performs in-lab polysomnography set-up and testing, when necessary. Takes appropriate action when faced with adverse events that may occur during testing. Accurately scores events and generates reports for interpretation and assigns interpretation of tests to the appropriate Sleep provider. Participates in interview selection of candidates for positions under the Outpatient Respiratory Therapy and Polysomnography clinics, as needed. Provides insight and pertinent information related to evaluating the performance of subordinate Sleep Laboratory staff. Provides orientation, training and competency assessments for subordinate technicians and other providers. Effectively assigns work to subordinate technicians and ensures completion of duties and assignments. Compiles and maintains all records related to the HSAT Program and testing performed. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 4:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 95435-0 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES : 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. 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. English Language Proficiency. Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f). 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). Grade Determinations: Medical Instrument Technician - Lead Polysomnography Technician - HSAT Program Manager GS-9 Experience: At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level GS-8, which is directly related to the duties of the position to be filled, and must fully meet the KSAs at that level. This would be experience which demonstrates possession of the knowledge required to provide all aspects of polysomnography services. Experience at the GS-8 level includes: Knowledge of the more complex examination and treatment procedures and techniques in order to provide training and supervision in these procedures, to evaluate and initiate performance improvement projects, and to write policies, procedures, and protocols, that pertain to Polysomnography. Knowledge of JCAHO and other regulatory requirements. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with employees at varying grade levels. Ability to manage and supervise employees. Abi

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