Roles & Responsibilities

1. Ensures quality assurance and performance improvement programs are developed and implemented in accordance with JCIA and the hospitals duality program.

2. Actively participates in Hospital s Performance Improvement (PI) activities.

3. Reviews procedures, implements and updates techniques that will enhance the performance of the Sleep Lab.

4. Develops and introduces advanced techniques with research and clinical application.

5. Develops/updates internal Policies and Procedures (IPP) for the service in accordance with hospital policies and in compliance with JCIA.

6. Prepares long/short term goals and objectives for the Sleep Laboratory.

7. Recommends and implements information systems to enhance the workflow and operation of the clinic.

8. Evaluates performance of staff; counsels and motivates staff to improve performance; recommends disciplinary action.

9. Liaises with Personnel Services Department for all manpower related issues. Develops, modifies and implements job descriptions and performance evaluation forms for staff.

10. Evaluates employment candidates and makes recommendations regarding hire.

11. Develops and implements training and competency programs for staff. Ensures staff receives appropriate orientation, training and access to continuing education.

12. Provides on-going and timely communication and feedback to the Head regarding issues, changes in workloads and coverage concerns/problems in area(s) of responsibility. Participates on covering the on-call assignment as required.

13. Maintains an effective supply order/inventory system. Ensures that optimum levels of supplies are continuously available to provide uninterrupted services.

14. Evaluates equipment; recommends purchase or continued use / disposal. Be fully familiar with and managesall aspects of equipment contracts, service and maintenance.

Desired Candidate Profile

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

1. Ensures quality assurance and performance improvement programs are developed and implemented in accordance with JCIA and the hospitals duality program.

2. Actively participates in Hospital s Performance Improvement (PI) activities.

3. Reviews procedures, implements and updates techniques that will enhance the performance of the Sleep Lab.

4. Develops and introduces advanced techniques with research and clinical application.

5. Develops/updates internal Policies and Procedures (IPP) for the service in accordance with hospital policies and in compliance with JCIA.

6. Prepares long/short term goals and objectives for the Sleep Laboratory.

7. Recommends and implements information systems to enhance the workflow and operation of the clinic.

8. Evaluates performance of staff; counsels and motivates staff to improve performance; recommends disciplinary action.

9. Liaises with Personnel Services Department for all manpower related issues. Develops, modifies and implements job descriptions and performance evaluation forms for staff.

10. Evaluates employment candidates and makes recommendations regarding hire.

11. Develops and implements training and competency programs for staff. Ensures staff receives appropriate orientation, training and access to continuing education.

12. Provides on-going and timely communication and feedback to the Head regarding issues, changes in workloads and coverage concerns/problems in area(s) of responsibility. Participates on covering the on-call assignment as required.

13. Maintains an effective supply order/inventory system. Ensures that optimum levels of supplies are continuously available to provide uninterrupted services.

14. Evaluates equipment; recommends purchase or continued use / disposal. Be fully familiar with and managesall aspects of equipment contracts, service and maintenance.

Education

Master s or Bachelor Degree in Respiratory Care is required

Experience Required

Four (4) years of related experience with Masters, or six (6) years with Bachelor s Degree is required.

Other Requirements(Certificates)

Current Registration from country of origin and Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCHS) is required.

American Board Registration for Polysomnography Technologists.

Successful completion of Polysomnography program with documented proficiency.

Certificate of Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.

Company Industry

Medical / Healthcare / Diagnostics / Medical Devices

Department / Functional Area

Doctor / Nurse / Paramedics / Hospital Technicians / Medical Research