Sleep Lab Tech PRN

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Crestview, FL

About The Position

The Sleep Lab Technician conducts comprehensive evaluations and treatments of sleep disorders, which may include polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services, patient care, and education. Working under general supervision, the technician supports the Sleep Lab team by providing quality patient care and ensuring accurate data collection.

Requirements

0–2 years of experience in polysomnography or a related area of sleep study required.
Knowledge of polysomnographic techniques and diagnostic procedures.
Skill in analyzing physiological data and recognizing abnormalities.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols.
Effective communication skills for patient interaction and data documentation.
Ability to work independently within the scope of the role while ensuring patient safety and data accuracy.
RPSGT certification from the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) required.
Basic Life Support (BCLS) required.
For Arizona: RPSGT or American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM) certification, or RRT/CRTT with Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS) designation, required within 6 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

For Arizona, an active and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license is preferred.

Responsibilities

Collect, analyze, and integrate patient data to determine testing parameters in coordination with the ordering physician or clinical director.
Prepare, calibrate, and adjust sleep lab equipment as needed.
Apply electrodes and sensors according to accepted standards, perform physiological calibrations, and fit PAP masks.
Conduct tests according to procedural protocols, including MSLT, MWT, and oxygen titration, ensuring accurate data collection.
Monitor polysomnographic data acquisition quality and identify and resolve artifacts to maintain signal integrity.
Document sleep stages, clinical events, and significant occurrences during procedures to support scoring and interpretation.
Implement patient-specific therapeutic interventions, including PAP, bi-level PAP, and oxygen administration as appropriate.
Score sleep stages and clinical events according to professional guidelines and generate reports for physician review.
Provide age-specific treatment, assessment, and education for a diverse patient population.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Comply with all policies and standards.