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This position is under the supervision of the Medicine Service/Sleep Medicine. The polysomnographer performs all sleep diagnostic and treatment procedures and other related treatment and education in accordance with the guidelines and protocols established by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, Denver VA Sleep Service and procedures of the Denver VA Hospital. Basic Requirements: Citizenship. Citizenship of the United States. (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens). 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. For certain functional areas at the higher levels or supervisory assignments, specific certifications appropriate to the specialty are indicated in this standard under "Titles and Certification/Registrations". For all specialties identified in this standard, Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications are desirable. Training which does not result in official certification does not meet this definition. 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: GS-8 Experience. At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics related to the duties of the positions to be filled. This would be experience which provided a knowledge of the more complex procedures as well as knowledge of the uncommon and/or rare sleep disorders. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Advanced knowledge or the International Classification of Sleep Disorders and the ability to recognize uncommon and/or rare sleep disorders. Ability to summarize and report polysomnographic data in narrative form. Knowledge of event characteristics (e.g., respiratory, cardiac, sleep stage, seizures, etc.) and ability to take appropriate action. Ability to provide briefings and orientation to hospital staff including physicians. Certification. No certification or registration is required. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications are also desirable for employees at this level. Preferred Experience: RPSGT or CPSGT credential from the Board of Registered Polysomnographic technologists or RST credential from The American Board of Sleep Medicine. References: VA Handbook 5005-15, Part II, Appendix G27 Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019 ["Duties include, but are not limited to: Reviews patient history as it relates to sleep disorders and other medical conditions which may affect the diagnosis of sleep disorders Performs sleep monitoring on individuals with possible sleep apnea or other breathing related sleep disorders Applies continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) or bilevel positive airway pressure (BiPAP) and other advanced modalities to appropriate levels per established protocols Oversees and monitors contract compliance with home oxygen /CPAP contractor Performs positive airway pressure (PAP) mask fitting and adjusting and performs re-evaluation of patient for equipment usage and function Obtains technical or factory assistance in order to fully utilize the equipment to its full potential Correctly applies established protocols for consistent, accurate and reliable scored sleep study results Provides patient education during the performance of sleep studies, when assisting with CPAP clinic, and may assist with sleep education classes Provides instructions and technical assistance to patients via telephone, appointment, telehealth or walk- in patients Keeps inventory of supplies and initiates purchase requests in a timely fashion to avoid disruption of scheduled studies when assigned Interacts with staff physicians regarding the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders and may provide briefings and orientation to hospital staff including physicians Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 50867-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required"]

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