Advanced Sleep & Neurodiagnostics of MMG

06/21/2022

About us

Advanced Sleep Labs is an independent standalone diagnostic lab that has been serving the greater Columbia, MO area since 2007. We provide comprehensive Sleep and EEG testing performed by experienced professionals that are dedicated to helping provide an accurate diagnosis leading to the best treatment methods available.

Position Summary

A registered sleep technologist works under the general supervision of the medical director or designee to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders including in center and out of center sleep testing, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, comprehensive patient care and direct patient education. A registered sleep technologist is able to perform the duties defined for a sleep technologist and is able to provide oversight of other sleep center staff. The registered sleep technologist is credentialed by a nationally recognized certification board and holds one or more of the following credentials: Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT), Registered Sleep Technologist (RST), Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), RRT-SDS or CRT-SDS.

Domains of Practice

Sleep Study Preparation and Set-up

Collect, analyze and integrate patient information in order to identify and meet the patient-specific needs (physical/mental limitations, current emotional/physiological status regarding the testing procedure, pertinent medical/social history).
Determine final testing parameters/procedures in conjunction with the ordering physician or clinical director and laboratory protocols.
Review the patient's history and verify the medical order.
Follow center protocols related to the sleep study.
When patient arrives, verify identification, collect documents and obtain consent for the study and other applicable forms.
Explain the procedure and orient the patient for either in center or out of center sleep testing.
Select appropriate equipment and calibrate for testing to determine proper functioning and make adjustments, if necessary.
Apply electrodes and sensors according to accepted published standards.
Perform routine positive airway pressure (PAP) interface fitting and desensitization.
Sleep Study Procedures

Follow procedural protocols (such as Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT), Maintenance of Wakefulness Test (MWT), parasomnia studies, PAP, oxygen titration etc.) to ensure collection of appropriate data.
Perform appropriate physiological calibrations to ensure proper signals and make required adjustments.
Follow “lights out” procedures to establish and document baseline values (such as body position, oxyhemoglobin saturation, respiratory and heart rates, etc.).
Perform data acquisition while monitoring study-tracing quality to ensure signals are artifact-free. Identify, correct and document artifact.
Document routine observations, including sleep stages and clinical events, changes in procedure, and other significant events in order to facilitate scoring and interpretation of polysomnographic results.
Implement appropriate interventions (including actions necessary for patient safety and therapeutic intervention such as positive airway pressure, oxygen administration, etc.).
Follow “lights on” procedures to verify integrity of collected data and complete the data collection process (e.g. repeat the physiological and instrument calibrations and instructs the patient on completing questionnaires, checking for completeness, etc.).
Score sleep/wake stages by applying professionally accepted guidelines.
Score clinical events (such as respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, arousals, etc.) utilizing AASM standards.
Generate accurate reports by tabulating sleep/wake and clinical event data.
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide age specific care in the treatment, assessment, and education of pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to perform portable monitoring equipment preparation and data download.
Perform patient education and instruction appropriate for out of center sleep testing.
Demonstrate adherence to cleaning and disinfection procedures for portable monitoring devices.
Demonstrate adherence to AASM scoring parameters for HSAT; identify artifact, inadequate signals and study failures and generate an accurate report.
Service Management and Essential Skills

01/26/2022

Position(s) are flexible and include full time, part time, and PRN status.

A registered sleep technologist works under the general supervision of the medical director or designee to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders including in center and out of center sleep testing, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, comprehensive patient care and direct patient education. A registered sleep technologist is able to perform the duties defined for a sleep technologist and is able to provide oversight of other sleep center staff. The registered sleep technologist is credentialed by a nationally recognized certification board and holds one or more of the following credentials: Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT), Registered Sleep Technologist (RST), Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), RRT-SDS or CRT-SDS.

Sleep Study Procedures
Follow procedural protocols to ensure collection of appropriate data.
Perform appropriate physiological calibrations to ensure proper signals and make required adjustments.
Follow “lights out” procedures to establish and document baseline values (such as body position, oxyhemoglobin saturation, respiratory and heart rates, etc.).
Perform data acquisition while monitoring study-tracing quality to ensure signals are artifact-free. Identify, correct and document artifact.
Document routine observations, including sleep stages and clinical events, changes in procedure, and other significant events in order to facilitate scoring and interpretation of polysomnographic results.
Implement appropriate interventions (including actions necessary for patient safety and therapeutic intervention such as positive airway pressure, oxygen administration, etc.).
Follow “lights on” procedures to verify integrity of collected data and complete the data collection process (e.g. repeat the physiological and instrument calibrations and instructs the patient on completing questionnaires, checking for completeness, etc.).
Score sleep/wake stages by applying professionally accepted guidelines.
Score clinical events (such as respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, arousals, etc.) utilizing AASM standards.
Generate accurate reports by tabulating sleep/wake and clinical event data.
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide age specific care in the treatment, assessment, and education of pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to perform portable monitoring equipment preparation and data download.
Perform patient education and instruction appropriate for out of center sleep testing.
Demonstrate adherence to cleaning and disinfection procedures for portable monitoring devices.
Demonstrate adherence to AASM scoring parameters for HSAT; identify artifact, inadequate signals and study failures and generate an accurate report.
Service Management and Essential Skills

Maintain current CPR or BCLS certification.
Demonstrate computer skills appropriate for the position.
Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrate appropriate social skills.
Demonstrate customer service skills.
Demonstrate critical thinking and ability to work with minimal supervision.
Demonstrate teamwork skills.
Follow HIPAA policies to maintain the privacy and security of patient information.
Demonstrate ability to follow direction.
Respond to sleep patient’s procedural-related inquiries by providing appropriate information.
Provide patient education utilizing center specific protocols.
Adhere to center policies related to quality assurance.
Evaluate sleep study related equipment and inventory.
Review and evaluate sleep studies and provide feedback to staff.
Demonstrate the ability to analyze complex situations and apply policy.
Comply with professional standards of conduct.
Assist the medical director and/or lab director in all aspects of sleep center operations.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or GED.

Successful completion of an accredited educational program leading to a certificate or associate degree with an emphasis in sleep technology preferred.
OR
Successful completion of a sleep technology program associated with a state licensed and/or a nationally accredited educational facility or equivalent experience and documented proficiency for all competencies required of a sleep technician.
AND
Certification by a nationally recognized certification board and holds one or more of the following credentials: Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT), Registered Sleep Technologist (RST), Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), RRT-SDS or CRT-SDS.

01/13/2022

Happy New Year! 2022 is off to a great start here at Advanced Sleep Labs, and we acknowledge that we could not be where we are in terms of growth and development without the continuous support from our patients, the community, and our referring providers across central Missouri! With that being said, we want to thank YOU for your ongoing trust in ASL for your diagnostic sleep and EEG needs. If you have a moment, we would love to hear about your experience with us. Please follow the link to leave a review on Google page ----> https://g.page/r/CWuVzoSZ3JdvEB0/review

Thank you all again. Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions or comments via Messenger or email us at contact@advancedsleeplabs.net

Sincerely,
ASL physicians and supporting staff

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10/26/2021

ASL would like to wish a Happy Sleep Technologists Appreciation Week (STAW) to all the Sleep Technologists in our community and beyond! A special thank you to the Sleep Technologists here in our lab for their hard work and dedication to improving quality of sleep for individuals across central Missouri. You are appreciated!

09/10/2021

Listen in with us today while our lab director, Kevin Martin, joins Simon Rose on 1400 KFRU to discuss the benefits of taking naps and what occurs while we are dreaming. Follow the link to listen along from 9am to 11am https://www.kfru.com/shows/the-morning-meeting/

The Morning Meeting with Simon Rose Weekdays, 9am - 11am Email the show at MorningMeeting@Cumulus.com or by clicking here! Want to get a feel for Columbia, Missouri, USA? This is the show. Stop by the Morning Meeting any weekday between 9am and 11am central time and you will hear all sides of th

07/22/2021

Position(s) are flexible and include full time, part time, and PRN status.

A sleep technologist works under the general supervision of the medical director or designee to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders including in center and out of center sleep testing, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, comprehensive patient care and direct patient education. A sleep technologist is able to perform the duties defined for a sleep technologist and is able to provide oversight of other sleep center staff. Preferably, the sleep technologist is credentialed by a nationally recognized certification board and holds one or more of the following credentials: Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT), Registered Sleep Technologist (RST), Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), RRT-SDS or CRT-SDS.

Sleep Study Procedures
Follow procedural protocols to ensure collection of appropriate data.
Perform appropriate physiological calibrations to ensure proper signals and make required adjustments.
Follow “lights out” procedures to establish and document baseline values (such as body position, oxyhemoglobin saturation, respiratory and heart rates, etc.).
Perform data acquisition while monitoring study-tracing quality to ensure signals are artifact-free. Identify, correct and document artifact.
Document routine observations, including sleep stages and clinical events, changes in procedure, and other significant events in order to facilitate scoring and interpretation of polysomnographic results.
Implement appropriate interventions (including actions necessary for patient safety and therapeutic intervention such as positive airway pressure, oxygen administration, etc.).
Follow “lights on” procedures to verify integrity of collected data and complete the data collection process (e.g. repeat the physiological and instrument calibrations and instructs the patient on completing questionnaires, checking for completeness, etc.).
Score sleep/wake stages by applying professionally accepted guidelines.
Score clinical events (such as respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, arousals, etc.) utilizing AASM standards.
Generate accurate reports by tabulating sleep/wake and clinical event data.
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide age specific care in the treatment, assessment, and education of pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to perform portable monitoring equipment preparation and data download.
Perform patient education and instruction appropriate for out of center sleep testing.
Demonstrate adherence to cleaning and disinfection procedures for portable monitoring devices.
Demonstrate adherence to AASM scoring parameters for HSAT; identify artifact, inadequate signals and study failures and generate an accurate report.
Service Management and Essential Skills

Maintain current CPR or BCLS certification.
Demonstrate computer skills appropriate for the position.
Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrate appropriate social skills.
Demonstrate customer service skills.
Demonstrate critical thinking and ability to work with minimal supervision.
Demonstrate teamwork skills.
Follow HIPAA policies to maintain the privacy and security of patient information.
Demonstrate ability to follow direction.
Respond to sleep patient’s procedural-related inquiries by providing appropriate information.
Provide patient education utilizing center specific protocols.
Adhere to center policies related to quality assurance.
Evaluate sleep study related equipment and inventory.
Review and evaluate sleep studies and provide feedback to staff.
Demonstrate the ability to analyze complex situations and apply policy.
Comply with professional standards of conduct.
Assist the medical director and/or lab director in all aspects of sleep center operations.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or GED.

Successful completion of an accredited educational program leading to a certificate or associate degree with an emphasis in sleep technology preferred.
OR
Successful completion of a sleep technology program associated with a state licensed and/or a nationally accredited educational facility or equivalent experience and documented proficiency for all competencies required of a sleep technician.
AND
Certification by a nationally recognized certification board and holds one or more of the following credentials: Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT), Registered Sleep Technologist (RST), Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), RRT-SDS or CRT-SDS.

06/15/2021

Do you or someone you know suffer from insomnia? If so, have you been tested for sleep apnea? Experts say that there is a correlation between the two conditions. For instance, when most individuals have sleep apnea events (pauses in breathing during sleep) it causes the brain to immediately activate responses to avoid the events from further occurring which, for some, induces insomnia. Stop counting sheep at night and give us a call at 573-441-0455. We would be happy to answer any questions that you might have regarding insomnia and sleep apnea.

05/11/2021

Welcome to Advanced Sleep Labs!
Below are some photos of the lab that include our four testing suites.

05/08/2021

Coronasomnia is new term being used to define the sleep problems brought on by a global pandemic. According to the National Library of Medicine, four in ten people have reported trouble sleeping during the pandemic. It is important to remember proper sleep hygiene as we navigate through this pandemic.

☑️ Maintain a set sleep schedule
☑️ Go outdoors and enjoy sunlight
☑️ Avoid long naps
☑️ Keep social media and screen time limited

Please reach out to us at Advanced Sleep Labs if you feel like you could benefit from a Sleep Study, we would be happy help!

02/01/2021

Do you have any of these??

Signs & Symptoms some of the warning signs and symptoms of sleep apnea include (most symptoms occur during sleep):
Loud, frequent snoring
Choking or gasping for air
Breathing & sleep disruptions
Frequent urination
Excessive daytime sleepiness & fatigue
Dry mouth or throat, especially in the morning
Insomnia, nightmares
Depression, anxiety, irritability, mood swings
Weight gain
Chronic headache or migraine

Contact us 573.441.0455 and we would live to talk you about getting you on the road to better sleep and a healthier you!!

01/08/2021

HOW MUCH SLEEP DO YOU NEED?? 🛌

National Sleep Foundation guidelines1 advise that healthy adults need between 7 and 9 hours of sleep per night. Babies, young children, and teens need even more sleep to enable their growth and development. People over 65 should also get 7 to 8 hours per night.