Sleep Lab Lead at Community Health System, Fort Wayne, IN
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The Sleep Technologist Lead serves as a clinical and operational resource within the Sleep Lab, ensuring the delivery of high-quality diagnostic and therapeutic services. This role supports the Sleep Lab team by coordinating daily activities, maintaining compliance with industry standards, and fostering a collaborative environment. The Sleep Technologist Lead acts as a liaison between staff, physicians, and leadership while continuing to provide patient care.
Essential Functions
- Coordinates daily operations of the Sleep Lab, ensuring effective workflow, appropriate staffing, and optimal use of resources.
- Provides technical and clinical support to Sleep Lab staff, addressing complex cases and troubleshooting equipment or procedural issues.
- Assists in the implementation and adherence to protocols, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
- Monitors the quality of sleep studies and therapeutic interventions, providing guidance to ensure high standards of patient care.
- Facilitates communication between staff, physicians, and leadership to address operational needs and resolve issues.
- Oversees the maintenance and calibration of sleep lab equipment, ensuring functionality and compliance with safety standards.
- Supports onboarding and training of new team members, fostering a culture of learning and professional development.
- Participates in quality improvement initiatives, analyzing data and recommending changes to enhance efficiency and patient outcomes.
- Provides direct patient care as needed, including conducting sleep studies and delivering therapeutic interventions.
- Maintains accurate records of operational activities, staff performance, and patient data, ensuring adherence to confidentiality and compliance requirements.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- 3-5 years of experience in a sleep lab setting required
- Prior experience in a leadership or team lead role preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- In-depth knowledge of sleep disorders, diagnostic procedures, and therapeutic interventions.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills to manage workflows and support team members.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact with staff, patients, and physicians.
- Proficiency in sleep lab technology and equipment, including troubleshooting and maintenance.
- Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement process improvements.
Licenses and Certifications
- Health Services\RPSGT - Registered Polysomnographer Technologist required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support required