Sleep Lab Technician

University Hospital Sharjah; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Sharjah seeks a Sleep Lab Technician responsible for conducting polysomnographic studies and providing critical care related to sleep disorders. The role demands strong technical expertise and the ability to work closely with patients of all ages. Candidates should have a diploma or bachelor's degree in Clinical Neurophysiology Technology, at least 5 years of hospital experience, and valid UAE MOH Evaluation in Sleep Lab. Proficiency in English is essential, while familiarity with Microsoft Office is preferred. This position offers a chance to contribute to healthcare excellence.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in the hospital.
• Must have a valid UAE MOH Evaluation in Sleep Lab.
• Certification in BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive polysomnographic testing per procedural protocols.
• Score sleep/wake stages according to professional guidelines.
• Provide age-specific care to patients of all ages.

Skills

Fluent in written and spoken English

Solid interpersonal communication skills

Computer literate familiar with Microsoft Word and Excel

Education

Graduate of Diploma/Bachelor degree in Clinical Neurophysiology Technology

Job description

Date: 27 Nov 2025

Location: Sharjah, AE

Company: University Hospital Sharjah

Position Summary

The Sleep Lab Technician performs a variety of sleep studies to diagnose the type and extent of disorders. The Sleep Lab Technician works closely with patients to diagnose and determine therapy for patients with a variety of disorders related to sleep. Technicians score sleep data and prepare raw data for physician interpretation.

Summary of Main Duties

• Actively participates in upholding and promoting the vision and culture of University Hospital – Sharjah (UHS)
• Complies with all UHS policies and procedures and fire regulations
• Participates in all aspects of the International Accreditation program to assist UHS attain and maintain international accreditation standards
• Participates in commissioning assigned areas and associated Clinical areas
• Responsible to provide specialized advanced technical skills in all technical aspects of the polysomnographic testing.
• Performs comprehensive polysomnographic testing (demonstrating the ability to follow procedural protocols such as Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT), Maintenance of Wakefulness Test (MWT), and parasomnia studies).
• Collects data, while monitoring study-tracing qualities to ensure signals are artifact free and assures necessary adjustments are made in a timely manner, per protocol.
• Analyzes and integrates patient information in order to identify and meet patient-specific needs (physical/mental limitations, current emotional/physiological status regarding the testing procedure, and pertinent medical/social history) and to determine final testing parameters/procedures in conjunction with the analysis and associated interventions under the general oversight of the Medical Director or designee.
• Duties include, but are not limited to, data entry and procedure room set up, application of electrodes and sensors per accepted published standards, patient education (pre- and post-testing procedures), preparation and calibration of equipment required for testing to determine proper functionality while troubleshooting as needed, appropriate application and utilization of auto, manual, bi-level, auto-bilevel, and adapt servo positive airway pressure titration therapies.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide age specific care in the treatment, assessment, and education of pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Oversees and performs difficult and unusual procedures and therapeutic interventions.
• Accurately performs post study data transfers and documentations, along with post patient care and area clean-up.
• Scores sleep/wake stages by applying professionally accepted guidelines and scores clinical events (such as respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, arousals etc.) according to protocols.
• A Registered Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT) can perform the duties defined for a Registered Polysomnography Technician, and may provide oversight of other staff.
• Communicates information to the responsible individual within an appropriate time frame.
• Participates in orienting and teaching of nursing staff and physicians as related to monitoring equipment.
• Will retain all necessary registration/license requirements.
• Responsible for Self-development professionally by participating in internal orientation, mandatory, ongoing education programs, external conferences, workshops, seminars and courses that will enhance and maintain a current knowledge base.
• Works any shift as per the duty roster of the Allied Health Department when designated.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned (within scope of practice)
• The employment terms and conditions for this position are specified in the individual's Employment Contract.

Position Requirements / Qualifications

• Graduate of Diploma/Bachelor degree in Clinical Neurophysiology Technology
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in the hospital

Licenses / Registration

• Must have a valid UAE MOH Evaluation in Sleep Lab
• Certification in BLS required

Position Criteria / Other Skills / Abilities

• Computer literate familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel
• Must be fluent in written and spoken English, spoken Arabic an advantage

Other Skills / Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid interpersonal communication skills for working with patients, their families and other medical staff.

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