Sleep Technologist-Full Time

Meadville Medical Center • Meadville, PA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about making a difference in patients’ lives while they sleep? Join our dedicated sleep team as a Sleep Technologist , where you'll play a critical role in diagnosing and monitoring sleep disorders. You’ll operate advanced medical equipment, ensure patient safety, and provide vital insights to physicians through high-quality sleep study recordings.

Requirements

• Required Certification: One of the following: Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT – BRPT) Registered Sleep Technologist (RST – American Board of Sleep Medicine) Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS – NBRC)
• Strong communication skills to effectively educate patients and families and collaborate with the healthcare team.
• Ability to think critically, prioritize tasks, and act decisively during overnight shifts.
• Independent problem-solving and responsiveness in a patient-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform and monitor overnight polysomnographic studies independently and safely.
• Apply, calibrate, and maintain recording devices for EEG, EOG, EMG, EKG, and respiratory measures.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to sleep-related pathologies and emergencies.
• Administer CPAP/BiPAP/ASV and oxygen therapy as ordered by physicians.
• Ensure proper documentation and timely reporting of observations and changes in patient status.
• Identify and troubleshoot equipment artifacts and environmental factors that may affect study quality.
• Clean and maintain equipment in proper working condition; manage inventory of testing supplies.
• Score sleep studies using age-specific criteria to support physician interpretation.
• Educate patients and families about procedures, with sensitivity to age and developmental needs (Pediatric through Geriatric).
• Promote a safe, comforting environment, especially for pediatric and anxious patients.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and stay current with national guidelines for clinical polysomnography.

Benefits

• At Meadville Medical Center, you'll work in a supportive, collaborative environment with access to the latest diagnostic tools and ongoing opportunities for learning. Help patients regain restful sleep—and improve their quality of life—while growing in a highly respected healthcare field.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees