Sleep Technician

Sleep Technician (day shift)

Overview

The Woolcock Institute of Medical Research stands out as a top-tier organization, leading the way in respiratory and sleep research in Australia. With a strong commitment to uncovering the roots of diseases, enhancing treatments, and implementing our findings into practical healthcare, we strive to enhance the quality of life for individuals dealing with sleep and breathing issues.

Perks

• Option for salary packaging (up to $15,900 tax-free)
• Allowance for meals and entertainment (up to $2,650)
• Part of a supportive and dedicated clinic team
• Regular social gatherings
• Opportunity to join Australia's prominent respiratory and sleep research organization
• Located in a modern office at Macquarie Park (adjacent to Macquarie University precinct) near Macquarie Centre
• Conveniently accessible by public transport:
  • 400m walk to Macquarie University metro station
  • Macquarie Centre bus interchange located right across the office

Role Summary

We have an exciting opening for a committed Sleep Technician for day shifts. As a daytime Sleep Technologist, you will be responsible for delivering top-notch sleep diagnostic and treatment services to adult patients and research participants at our state-of-the-art clinical sleep research center. Your key role will involve providing technical and clinical assistance to the Clinic and Diagnostic Service, conducting diagnostic polysomnographic testing, and contributing to quality assurance and staff training activities. Ultimately, as a Polysomnography Technician, you will administer comprehensive testing and interventions under the supervision of the Sleep Lab Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure exceptional patient care and satisfaction
• Efficient patient monitoring and high-quality sleep study execution
• Conduct day studies such as MSLT/MWT/actigraphy
• Arrange home ambulatory sleep studies
• Accurately analyze and report on sleep studies
• Adhere to clinical protocols, infection control, and maintain patient records
• Operate and maintain sleep study equipment effectively

Requirements

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in patient care within a sleep laboratory environment
• Demonstrated proficiency in conducting day studies and scoring according to AASM standards
• Experience in patient data management and adherence to standard procedures
• Technical expertise in sleep acquisition systems and related equipment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Valid Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• Current CPR certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT)
• Knowledge of infection control practices
• Familiarity with sleep software (Nexus 360, Profusion)

Our Mission: Enhancing the quality of life for individuals and families grappling with sleep, breathing, and lung conditions.

Our Aim: Sustaining our global research impact by translating our sleep, respiratory, and lung cancer studies into improved clinical outcomes on an international scale.

Our Core Values: Respect, Excellence, Partnership, Support, and Opportunity.

Application Process

We are eager to discover how you can contribute to our team's strength. Submit your CV and Cover Letter via Seek. Applications will be reviewed promptly upon receipt. For more information on the Woolcock Institute of Medical Research, please visit our official website.

Residency Requirements

Applicants must hold valid work rights in Australia.