Sleep Technologist
About The Position
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Sleep Technician to join our growing team to work four 10-hour shifts per week. In this full-time role, you will play a vital part in diagnosing and improving sleep health for our patients. The ideal candidate is experienced in conducting sleep studies in accordance with AASM (American Academy of Sleep Medicine) standards and works effectively under the direction of the Director of Sleep Diagnostic Services. As a Sleep Technician, you will be responsible for preparing and conducting sleep studies, scoring data, and ensuring a safe, comfortable, and high-quality experience for patients. Your attention to detail, clinical knowledge, and patient-centered approach will help support our mission of delivering exceptional sleep care.
Requirements
- Completion of an accredited sleep technology program (certificate or associate degree).
- Certification by a nationally recognized board (e.g., RST, RPSGT, RRT-SDS).
- Current CPR/BCLS certification.
- Strong computer, communication, and customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a clinical setting.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and conduct sleep studies, score data, and ensure a safe, comfortable, and high-quality experience for patients.
- Prepare and set up sleep studies, including reviewing patient history, confirming medical orders, assessing individual needs, greeting patients, verifying identity, obtaining consent, explaining procedures, preparing and calibrating equipment, and applying electrodes and sensors per protocol.
- Fit and desensitize patients to PAP (Positive Airway Pressure) interfaces.
- Conduct and monitor various sleep tests (e.g., MSLT, MWT, PAP titration, oxygen titration, parasomnia studies).
- Perform physiological calibrations and initiate “lights out” procedures.
- Monitor data quality, correct artifacts, and document clinical observations.
- Implement therapeutic interventions (e.g., PAP, oxygen) as needed.
- Complete “lights on” procedures and assist patients post-study.
- Score sleep stages and clinical events using AASM guidelines.
- Generate accurate reports summarizing sleep and clinical data.
- Prepare and manage data from portable monitoring devices.
- Educate patients on home sleep testing and ensure proper equipment handling.
- Maintain compliance with safety, infection control, and HIPAA standards.
- Perform routine equipment maintenance and inventory checks.
- Respond to patient inquiries and provide education per protocol.
- Participate in quality assurance and continuous improvement efforts.
- Demonstrate professionalism, critical thinking, and teamwork.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
