Polysomnographic Technologist - Bloomington

Carle Health•Bloomington, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Become a vital Sleep (Polysomnographic) Technologist (RPSGT/RST), transforming lives by diagnosing and treating complex sleep disorders through advanced in-center and home testing (HSAT). You will lead comprehensive patient care, provide expert education, and mentor staff, all while mastering cutting-edge technology to unlock the secrets of restorative sleep.

Requirements

RPSGT – Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT)
RST – American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM)
BLS – American Heart Association (AHA) (Required within 30 days)
Associate’s Degree in Polysomnographic Technology (or Certificate of Completion)
Experience in lieu of formal education accepted
Sleep Lab Experience

Responsibilities

Sleep Technologist / Polysomnographic Technologist
Patient Intake & Preparation: Records patient arrivals, interactions, and consents; verifies medical necessity by reviewing patient history and supporting documentation. Reviews and validates departmental orders, ensuring all insurance and prior authorizations are secured before testing. Conducts positive airway pressure (PAP) interface fitting, desensitization, and patient education to improve therapy compliance. Prepares patients for testing according to policy, selecting and calibrating specialized equipment based on specific physician orders.
Testing & Data Acquisition: Performs equipment and physiological calibrations to ensure artifact-free data; documents routine observations throughout the testing period. Implements age-specific care and safety protocols, including sleep-related therapeutic interventions as needed. Executes "Lights On" procedures to verify data integrity and ensures all test documentation and patient forms are complete.
Analysis & Scoring: Demonstrates proficiency in distinguishing sleep states and identifying clinical events (respiratory, cardiac, limb movements, and arousals) per professional guidelines. Scores sleep/wake stages and clinical events utilizing established standards to facilitate accurate physician interpretation. Tabulates complex physiological and behavioral data to generate comprehensive clinical reports.
Operations & Maintenance: Manages equipment cleaning, disinfection, and infection control in strict adherence to lab policy. Maintains professional relationships with internal and external partners; assists with supply inventory and general department organization.