Polysomnographic Technologist

IU Health • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

The Polysomnographic Technologist performs basic and advanced diagnostic sleep studies and may supervise other staff. The technologist prepares patient equipment, interviews patients about sleep disorder issues, and explains pre- and post-testing procedures. They perform and document tests according to laboratory protocols, monitor patients throughout testing, and intervene as necessary to address patient needs or equipment issues. They assist with scoring sleep studies and generating reports, and prepare, calibrate, repair, and maintain testing equipment. They identify and report needed repairs or replacements. The role requires maintaining Registered Polysomnographic Technologist credentials through the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BPRT). Certifications obtained through the American Board of Sleep Medicine are honored through their certification date or until BPRT credentials are obtained.

This is a full-time night-shift position at IUHMG M-Sleep Lab - Senate. A $15,000 sign-on bonus is available to eligible candidates, and a night-shift pay differential is included.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Requires 1–3 years of experience.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist through the NBRC or certification by the BPRT as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist.
• Must obtain certification as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS) within two years of hire.
• Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Other advanced life support certifications may be required according to unit or department specialty and patient care policies.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic and advanced diagnostic sleep studies.
• May provide supervision of other staff.
• Prepare patient equipment for testing.
• Interview patients to determine sleep disorder issues and explain pre- and post-testing procedures.
• Perform and document testing according to laboratory protocols.
• Monitor patients throughout testing and intervene as necessary to resolve patient needs or equipment issues.
• Assist with scoring sleep studies and generating reports.
• Prepare, calibrate, repair, and maintain equipment required for testing.
• Determine and report needed equipment repairs or replacements.
• Maintain credentials as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist through the BPRT.

Benefits

• $15,000 sign-on bonus available to eligible candidates.
• Night-shift pay differential.
• Continued education and certification opportunities for staff who qualify for benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Career and professional development opportunities, including advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities, and cross-training development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED