Night Sleep Tech I: Pediatric Polysomnography

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is seeking a Polysomnographic Technician I for night shifts in the Sleep Medicine Center. This entry-to-mid level role performs comprehensive sleep testing and related interventions under clinical supervision, with potential for assisting in orientation of new technologists.

Shifts are 3x12-hour, 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., and the position requires a solid foundation in sleep technology, CPR/BLS, and strong communication to ensure patient

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, BRPT credential preferred.
• Two years of college or 1–2 years of polysomnography experience preferred.
• Successful completion of a sleep technology program.
• Current CPR or BLS certification required.
• Demonstrated effective written and spoken communication skills.
• Ability to move machines and patients weighing over 25 pounds.
• Adherence to BRPT standards of conduct.

Responsibilities

• Review medical history, medications, and study protocol before testing.
• Calibrate and troubleshoot equipment; optimize data quality during recordings.
• Explain procedures and orient patients and families by age-appropriate guidelines.
• Perform physiological calibrations and adjust signals as needed.
• Acquire data and monitor tracing quality; document artifacts.
• Fit PAP masks and ensure patient safety during tests.
• Document sleep stages, events, and procedural changes for interpretation.
• Assist with scoring sleep/wake stages and clinical events per AASM standards.
• Apply knowledge to various polysomnography scenarios and maintain service quality.

Skills

Polysomnography

BRPT preferred

CPR/BLS

Communication

Equipment handling

Sleep tech program

Education

High School Diploma/GED

BRPT certification

Job description

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is seeking a Polysomnographic Technician I for night shifts in the Sleep Medicine Center. This entry-to-mid level role performs comprehensive sleep testing and related interventions under clinical supervision, with potential for assisting in orientation of new technologists.

Shifts are 3x12-hour, 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., and the position requires a solid foundation in sleep technology, CPR/BLS, and strong communication to ensure patient