Night Sleep Technologist (PSG) – RN/RT Eligible

Rochester Regional Health; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 33,062 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Rochester, NY, seeks a Sleep Technologist to conduct routine sleep testing and educate patients. Responsibilities include maintaining accountability for service, assisting with scoring recordings, and ensuring excellent patient care. Candidates must hold a diploma or associate's degree and relevant certifications. The position offers a pay range of $24.00 - $30.00 per hour and requires night shifts.

Qualifications

• Must have New York State Registered Nurse license or equivalent certifications.
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) credential must be obtained within 2 years.
• National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) certifications must be achieved within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Educate and orient patients on procedure.
• Perform sleep studies and maintain accountability for service to patients.
• Assist with scoring portable monitoring recordings.

Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Demonstrated computer skills

Effective written and verbal communication

Customer service skills

Critical thinking skills

Education

Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing

Associate's degree in Polysomnography Technology

Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy

Completion of a certificate program in Respiratory Therapy Technology

Job description

Job Title: Sleep Technologist
Department: Sleep Disorder
Location: 10 Hagen Drive, Rochester, NY 14625
Hours Per Week: Varies
Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shift; 6:30 pm - 7:00 am

SUMMARY:

A sleep technologist has learned the basic skills necessary for routine sleep testing. Must be able to independently prepare patients, conduct routine PSG recording, and collect all information pertinent to the interpretation of these tests. Must provide superior customer service by modeling the Core Values.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Patient Care. Review patient histories; Educate and orient patients on procedure; Perform sleep studies of; maintain accountability for timely and proper service to patients; provide excellent patient service

• General Maintenance. Clean, restock and prepare rooms on a daily basis

• Documentation. Assist with scoring portable monitoring recordings according to AASM scoring parameters; identify artifact, inadequate signals and study failures and generate an accurate report

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Must have Diploma or Associate’s Degree in one of the following areas:

• Nursing

• Polysomnography Technology OR Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy OR successful completion of a certificate program in Respiratory Therapy Technology

Must have at least one of the following:

• Registered Nurse license in New York State

• NYS Authorization as a Polysomnographic Technologist, Respiratory Therapist, or Respiratory Therapy Technician

• Polysomnography Technicians: Must pass the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists exam and obtain the Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) credential within 2 years of initial NYS registration

• RT/RTTs: Must pass the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Certified Respiratory Therapist examination (CRT) and the Registry Examination (RRT) and obtain credentials within 1 year of the initial NYS registration

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated computer skills appropriate for the position.

• Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Demonstrated customer service skills.

• Demonstrated critical thinking and ability to work with minimal supervision.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

PAY RANGE: $24.00 - $30.00