Polysomnography Technologist-Adults (Nights)

Duke Careers • Durham, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Provide clinical assessment, physiological monitoring, and testing to assist with the diagnosis, management, and prevention of sleep-related disorders. This role utilizes various diagnostic and therapeutic tools to provide care to patients of all ages. Tools and procedures include, but are not limited to: Polysomnography & Scoring: Identifying clinical events (respiratory, cardiac, limb movements, arousals) according to professional and laboratory guidelines. Reporting: Generating accurate reports by tabulating sleep/wake and clinical event data. Therapeutic Titration: Managing positive airway pressure (PAP) devices, oximetry, capnography, and nocturnal oxygen. Assessment Tools: Utilizing actigraphy, screening devices, and patient questionnaires.

Level 1 (Technician): Performs basics of testing under direct supervision of a Level 2 or 3 Technologist. Requires 10 hours of CEUs and enrollment in AASM A-Step modules.
Level 2 (Technologist): Performs comprehensive testing and analysis under general supervision. Provides supervision to Level 1 staff. Requires 12 hours of CE (10 must be CEUs).
Level 3 (Senior Technologist): Works under general supervision of the Clinical Director to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment. Acts as a mentor and supervisor. Requires 16 hours of CE (10 must be CEUs).

Requirements

• Must maintain current BLS certification.
• Level 1: Registered Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT) or Respiratory Care Practitioner (CRT or RRT) license required.
• Level 2 & 3: Registered Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT) or Respiratory Therapist with Sleep Disorders Specialist certification (CRT-SDS or RRT-SDS) required.
• Level 1: High school diploma/GED plus 1 year of post-secondary education OR current enrollment in an accredited health-related program (PSG or Respiratory Therapy emphasis).
• Level 1: No experience required with an Associate’s Degree; otherwise, 6 months of direct patient care.
• Level 2: 18 months in polysomnography preferred. If no Associate's degree, must have 2 additional years of direct patient care.
• Level 3: 4 years of experience in Polysomnography Technology required.

Nice To Haves

• Level 2 & 3: Associate’s Degree in a health-related field preferred, OR completion of a polysomnography/respiratory therapy program (minimum 1-year duration) at an accredited facility.

Responsibilities

• Verify medical orders and protocols; explain procedures to patients and orient them to the sleep center.
• Prepare and calibrate testing equipment to ensure proper functioning; identify and report abnormalities.
• Perform routine PAP mask fittings and apply electrodes/sensors per published standards. Assist with "lights out" and "lights on" procedures.
• Record routine observations, sleep stages, and clinical events to facilitate interpretation.
• Assist with interventions necessary for patient safety and therapy (e.g., BPAP, O2 administration).
• Provide age-specific care for adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations.
• Independently review patient history, physical information, medications, and study protocols.
• Independently perform routine and CPAP/split polysomnography data acquisition; ensure signals are artifact-free and make real-time adjustments.
• Execute "lights out" procedures to document baseline values (body position, SpO2, heart rate, etc.).
• Analyze complex patient information to identify specific needs (physical/mental limitations) and determine final testing parameters with the clinical director.
• Perform complex PAP/split/BPAP/ASV data acquisition and fitting.
• Follow MSLT, MWT, and parasomnia study protocols.
• Oversee unusual procedures, troubleshoot equipment as a "super user," and perform maintenance.
• Assign nightly workloads, process daily charges, and serve as Charge Tech for designated annual hours.

Benefits

• Relocation Assistance: Available for qualified external candidates.
• Commitment Bonus: This position includes a $7,500 commitment bonus for eligible new hires

What This Job Offers

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