Neurodiagnostic Sleep Tech I - UNC Hospital Sleep Center

UNC Health; North Carolina; On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commitment incentive

Job summary

UNC Health's Sleep Disorders Center in Chapel Hill is seeking a Neurodiagnostic Technologist I to perform polysomnographic and neurodiagnostic testing under supervision, contributing to high-quality patient care.

Graduates of neurophysiology programs are eligible for registry; the role is onsite with night shifts, 36 hours per week, and includes a $10,000 commitment incentive paid over three years. This position supports clinical excellence and team growth.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an acceptable program of Neurophysiology.
• Registry eligible for Registered Sleep Technologist (RST).
• No prior experience required if completion of acceptable program in neurophysiology.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic patient testing: polysomnographic testing with possible oxygen therapy and CPAP under supervision.
• Set-up and placement of room and equipment; calibrate and maintain equipment.
• Reads and scores neurodiagnostic and polysomnographic tests under supervision.

Skills

Polysomnography

Neurodiagnostic testing

Patient instruction

Education

Neurophysiology program

Job description

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

• This position qualifies for a $10,000 commitment incentive which will be paid over a three (3) year work commitment.

Summary

Join our expert team and be part of the Carolina culture that is advancing excellence in sleep medicine. The Neurodiagnostic Technologist I performs both standard and advanced neurodiagnostic and polysomnographic testing for patients in the Sleep Disorders Center, with services provided in the sleep lab and at the patient bedside. This role is ideal for an unregistered technologist who has completed an accredited 1- to 2-year Neurodiagnostic program and is seeking to grow in a clinical setting.

At the UNC Sleep Center, we have built a supportive, patient-centered culture grounded in clinical excellence, strong leadership, professional development, and teamwork. Our collaborative environment empowers staff to deliver exceptional care while advancing their skills and career growth.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic patient testing: polysomnographic testing with possible oxygen therapy and continuous positive air pressure treatments (CPAP) under the direct supervision of registered technologist.
• Perform room and equipment set-up and placement in patient and hospital rooms. Calibrate and maintain equipment.
• Reads and scores neurodiagnostic and/or polysomnographic tests under the supervision of a registered technologist.
• Takes patient history and Instructs patients and families on test preparation including pre and post-test interviews.

Education Requirements

• Graduation from an acceptable program of Neurophysiology.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

• Registry eligible for Registered Sleep Technologist (RST)

Professional Experience Requirements

• If completion of an acceptable program in neurophysiology: No prior experience required.

Job Details

Legal Employer: STATE

Entity: UNC Medical Center

Organization Unit: Sleep Disorders Program

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00

Salary Range: $26.85 - $38.61 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Night Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.

UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities.