Abigail Martin
Houston
Summary
Dedicated Sr Sleep Technologist with expertise in patient care, polysomnographic interpretation, and data management. Proven ability to conduct comprehensive sleep studies and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance treatment effectiveness. Skilled in educating new technologists in adult and pediatric sleep studies and patient care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr Sleep Technologist
Texas Children's Hospital
Katy, TX
07.2021 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive sleep studies, analyzing data for accurate diagnoses and treatment plans. BPAP, CPAP, O2, Ventilator, Trach PSG experience.
- Operated and maintained polysomnography equipment, ensuring optimal performance during patient evaluations.
- Educated patients on sleep hygiene practices to improve overall health outcomes and treatment effectiveness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored treatment strategies for studies based on individual patient needs.
- Assisted in precepting new technologists through hands-on guidance in proper procedures for conducting effective overnight sleep studies.
- Pediatric and medically complex experience.
Sleep Technologist
Clear Lake Specialties
Webster, TX
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Performed diagnostic sleep studies to evaluate patients' sleep patterns and disorders.
- Analyzed polysomnographic data to accurately recognize and provide PAP therapy to patients with sleep disordered breathing.
- Educated patients on sleep hygiene practices and PAP therapy to enhance treatment outcomes.
- Promoted patient adherence to treatment plans by providing comprehensive education on sleep hygiene and CPAP therapy.
Youth Director
Good Shepherd Episcopal Church
Friendswood, TX
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Developed and implemented engaging youth programs aligned with community needs.
- Collaborated with church leadership to design strategic initiatives that improved youth outreach efforts.
- Organized community service projects, promoting social responsibility among youth participants.
- Advocated for youth interests within church governance, influencing policy decisions affecting programs.
Postpartum Doula
The Motherhood Center
Houston, TX
02.2013 - 02.2015
- Supported clients through prenatal and postpartum periods, ensuring emotional and physical well-being.
- Connected families with community resources such as lactation consultants or pediatricians when additional support was needed beyond my scope of practice as a doula.
- Promoted self-care practices for mothers during postpartum recovery by providing resources on mental health, nutrition, exercise routines, and relaxation techniques.
Education
Associate of Science - Polysomnography
Alvin Community College
Alvin, TX05-2021
Skills
- Patient care
- Data management and reporting
- Polysomnographic interpretation
- Attention to detail
Certification
- RPSGT License - 6/2021-present
- BLS certified - current
Timeline
Sr Sleep Technologist
Texas Children's Hospital
07.2021 - Current
Sleep Technologist
Clear Lake Specialties
03.2021 - 12.2021
Youth Director
Good Shepherd Episcopal Church
08.2019 - 03.2021
Postpartum Doula
The Motherhood Center
02.2013 - 02.2015
Associate of Science - Polysomnography
Alvin Community College