Sleep Laboratory Research Technologist CIM (Research Institute)

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Job Description

RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal Quebec the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position summary
Under the general supervision of the Manager of the Technical Platforms of the Center for Innovative Medicine (CIM) the incumbent conducts 2-3 polysomnographic recordings on research subjects per night in accordance with the requirements of research protocols. This may include standardized and specialized diagnostic recordings and administration of therapy including positive pressure therapy as specified by research protocols. Calibrates troubleshoots and maintains equipment performs recording and subsequent data analysis and processing. This position may include breathing tests stress tests and assistance during bronchoscopy procedures or any other related tasks assigned by the supervisor.

General Duties
Overnight Testing Procedures
Reviews existing information in patient documentation
Examines orders and protocols for study
Interviews patient to assess current health status medications recent caffeine or alcohol ingestion current sleep pattern and need for treatment intervention during testing (e.g. insulin)
Communicates with Principal investigator or designated personnel to verify unclear orders and communicate information about the patients status
Explains test procedure to patient
Measures patients weight and height
Enters patients demographics in recording computer and database
Sets-up and calibrates monitoring equipment
Measures and applies appropriate EEG (electro-encephalography) electrodes using International 10-20 system
Applies appropriate EKG (heart) EMG (muscle) and EOG (eye movement) monitoring electrodes
Places and securely attaches recording transducers and sensors to measure airflow respiratory effort oximetry and body position
Installs esophageal balloon and CO2 monitor when indicated
Installs other specialized recording equipment as specified by research protocol
Performs physiological calibrations verifies patient maneuvers and records
Carries out data acquisition on the computer with lab analysis software
Enters pertinent observations during the study e.g. changes in body position level of therapeutic intervention etc.
Recognizes and records clinical and physiological events
Recognizes and corrects artifacts
Identifies and troubleshoots recording and instrumentation malfunctions
Provides maximum patient comfort to obtain required sleep data
Monitors and changes patients body position as needed
Removes or replaces electrodes transducers sensors and assists patient with hygiene as necessary
Cleans all the materials used such as the electrodes and makes the bed
Generates a preliminary report
Enters subject information
Enters a preliminary report and notable observations in the log book
Administers O2 CPAP and BIPAP or other therapy as specified by research protocol.

Data Analysis:
Sleep Stage Analysis: analyzes sleep by scoring stages wake stage 1 2 3 4 and REM (rapid eye movement) and recognizing EEG phenomena
Arousal analysis: differentiates micro arousal movement arousal and movement time. Recognizes arousals as spontaneous or evoked by leg movements
Respiratory analysis: recognizes sleep-disordered breathing and categorize events such OA (obstructive apnea) CA (central apnea) OH (obstructive hypopnea) CH (central hypopnea) and UAWRs (upper airway resistance syndrome)
Recognizes PLM (periodic leg movement) snoring and cardiac events and perform analysis on them
Identifies other physiologic events as defined in research protocol
Generates a summary report
Backs-up /archives raw and summary data
Transfers summary data to database.

Patient and Equipment Safety:
Recognizes and responds appropriately to subject medical problems and physiological events particularly cardiac dysrhythmias respiratory events and seizures
Safely lifts and moves patient without harm to patient or self
Ensures safety and welfare of all subjects including subjects with special needs
Checks availability and function of equipment
Complies with Universal Infection Control Procedures
Properly disinfects and sterilizes equipment electrodes and transducers
Appropriately handles hazardous materials such as mercury acetone or collodion.

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Education / Experience

Education: Diploma of College Studies (DEC)
Field of Study: Health sciences AND in a related field such as respiratory therapy.

Work Experience: Yes No

Professional Membership: Yes No
If yes please specify:
-Registered Polysomnography Technologist (BRPT) is an asset
-Medical Electrophysiology Technologist (OTIMROEPMQ) is an asset
-Respiratory Therapist (OPIQ) or other health professional with training in sleep is an asset.

Required Skills

Follows policies and procedures established in the laboratory and specific research protocol
Prioritizes work and meets deadlines
Exhibits good communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrates on-going interest in quality and strives to reach high standards
Demonstrates initiative and positive attitude
Ensures that infection control practices are respected and effectively takes care of all the equipment used in the laboratory
Training ability and good analytical skills
Takes responsibility for her/his decisions.

Additional information

Status : : Temporary Occasional
Pay Scale: $24.40 - $45.29 per hour. Commensurate with education & work experience.
Work Shift: Variable Schedule
If other or part-time please specify: night time recordings (week nights or weekend) with some additional day time hours if needed as per research protocol and PI requirements.
Work Site: GLEN Site 1001 boul. Decarie

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Why work with us
3 days of paid sick leave per year which includes a maximum of 1 personal day
RREGOP government pension plan (defined benefit plan)
Vacation pro rata based on a percentage of your salary
5.3% of your gross earnings will be added to your paycheque in lieu of statutory holidays.

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Equal Opportunity Employment Program

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