Polysomnographic Technologist

Come work as aPolysomnographic Technologist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Polysomnographic Technologist to join the Sleep Program at UBC Hospital in Vancouver BC. Apply today to join our team!

As a Polysomnographic Technologist with VCH you will:

• Performs polysomnograms for the diagnosis and treatment of central and obstructive sleep disorders including the titration and management of positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy.
• Perform duties including:
• Receiving requisitions;
• Entering relevant data into a computerized database;
• Preparing patients for specific studies;
• Conducting various tests involving noninvasive techniques including electroencephalography electrooculography electromyography electrocardiography multiple sleep latency and respiratory tracings;
• Monitoring patient during procedures;
• Recording measurements;
• Formulating technical reports for interpretation by medical staff in clinical diagnosis;
• Monitoring equipment performance.

This work is framed within VCHs commitments to our pillars of Indigenous Cultural Safety AntiRacism Equity Diversity and Inclusion and Planetary Health.

Education & Experience

• Diploma in a health care discipline such as respiratory therapy nursing or electroneurophysiology technology from an accredited institution or Completion of a STARdesignated Focused education program approved by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) or a Canadian Accredited Polysomnography Program or equivalent.
• A minimum of one years recent related experience in sleep study work or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.
• Certification as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT).
• Current certification in Basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPRC).

Knowledge & Abilities

• Broad knowledge of evidencebased polysomnographic practice related to conducting various tests and recording and analyzing a variety of physical parameters on patients involving noninvasive techniques.
• Broad knowledge of polysomnographic theory and practice within a client and family centred model of care.
• Broad knowledge of the sleepinduced physiological changes in various body systems including the neurological musculoskeletal cardiac and respiratory systems.
• Demonstrated skill and understanding in the use of a variety of noninvasive Positive Airway Pressure devices such as BILevel PAP Continuous PAP Autoadjusting devices and others.
• Broad knowledge of the physiological and behavioral alterations associated with sleep/wake knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.
• Broad knowledge of research process and methodology.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with coworkers physicians other health care staff clients and their families both oneonone and ingroups.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment.
• Demonstrated ability in CPR techniques.
• Demonstrated skill in the interpretation of electroencephalographic electrooculography electromyographic electrocardiographic multiple sleep latency tests and respiratory tracings so as to be able to intervene appropriately during a sleep study.
• Demonstrated skill in techniques and the use of a variety of monitoring devices and instrumentation required for sleep studies including but not limited to: electrocardiograph pulse oximeter airflow thermistor electroencephalograph and electromyography equipment.
• General knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice and Harm Reduction approaches and Strengthsbased care.
• Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety.
• Demonstrated ability to provide competent and culturally safe care in a variety of settings and with diverse populations.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Computer literacy with word processing spreadsheet and database skills.

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

As per Ministry of Health policy all health care workers working in publiclyfunded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care research and teaching delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH we embrace thinking boldly taking smart risks and going first when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package including MSP extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employerpaid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports including counselling critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Awardwinning recognition programs to honour staff medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

At Vancouver Coastal Health our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices diverse teams and inclusive environments which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equitydeserving communities including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canadas Top 100 Employers in 2024.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for this posting.


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Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.