PD Polysomnographic Tech

RWJBarnabas Health; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a PD Polysomnographic Technician for Jersey City Medical Center Sleep Lab. The role involves night shift testing, PSG and related sleep studies, and direct patient education in a per diem capacity.

Qualified candidates hold NJ licensure as a Polysomnographic Technologist or Respiratory Therapist, with CPR/BLS and 1+ year of sleep tech experience. Join a collaborative team providing high-quality sleep care.

Qualifications

• Current NJ licensure as a Polysomnographic Technologist and/or Respiratory Therapist.
• At least 1 year of experience as a Sleep Technologist.
• Current CPR or BLS certification.
• Registration by ABSM, BRPT or NBRC required; CCSH preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment support for sleep disorders.
• Review patient history and verify orders prior to testing.
• Collect and analyze patient data to tailor testing for each patient.
• Perform PSG, MSLT, MWT, parasomnia studies, PAP titrations, and oxygen titrations.
• Conduct in-center and home sleep apnea testing as required.
• Educate patients about sleep procedures and testing.
• Review sleep studies and provide feedback to staff.
• Maintain and inventory sleep center equipment and supplies.
• Assist leadership with sleep center operations.
• Follow sleep center policies and safety protocols.

Skills

Patient education

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Follow clinical protocols

Education

New Jersey Polysomnographic Technologist license

Tools

Polysomnography equipment

Job description

Req #: 0000266178

Category: Sleep Polysomnography Technician

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Night

Facility: Jersey City Medical Center

Department: Sleep Lab

Pay Range: $40.18 per hour

Location: 355 Grand Street, Jersey CIty, NJ 07302

Job Title: PD Polysomnographic Tech

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Sleep Lab

Req #: 0000266178

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $40.18 - $40.18 per hour

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

A Typical Day For a Polysomnography Technician May Include

• Providing comprehensive evaluation and treatment support for patients with sleep disorders in accordance with sleep center protocols.
• Reviewing patient history and verifying medical orders prior to testing.
• Collecting, analyzing, and integrating patient information to identify individual patient needs and ensure appropriate care.
• Determining appropriate testing parameters and procedures in collaboration with the ordering physician, clinical director, and established laboratory protocols.
• Performing diagnostic and therapeutic sleep studies, including Polysomnograms (PSG), Multiple Sleep Latency Tests (MSLT), Maintenance of Wakefulness Tests (MWT), parasomnia studies, PAP titrations, and oxygen titrations.
• Performing in-center and home sleep apnea testing as required.
• Providing direct patient education and answering questions related to sleep procedures and testing.
• Reviewing and evaluating sleep studies and providing appropriate feedback to staff.
• Performing routine equipment care, maintenance, inspection, and inventory evaluation.
• Assisting the Medical Director, Clinical Director, and/or Manager with various aspects of sleep center operations.
• Following all sleep center policies, procedures, and safety protocols to ensure high-quality patient care and accurate testing.

This Role Might Be For You If

• You have a passion for helping patients and an interest in sleep medicine.
• You are comfortable working directly with patients and providing education throughout the testing process.
• You have strong attention to detail and understand the importance of accurate patient information and testing data.
• You can follow established clinical protocols while exercising sound judgment when patient needs arise.
• You are comfortable working collaboratively with physicians, clinical leadership, and other members of the sleep center team.
• You are organized, dependable, and able to properly maintain clinical equipment and supplies.
• You enjoy contributing to a team environment and supporting the overall operations of a sleep center.

To Be Considered For This Polysomnography Technician Opportunity

• Current New Jersey State License as a Polysomnographic Technologist and/or Respiratory Therapist.
• At least one year of experience as a Sleep Technologist.
• Current CPR or BLS certification.
• Registration by the ABSM, BRPT, or NBRC. Certification by the ABSM, BRPT, or NBRC does not satisfy the New Jersey licensure requirement.
• CCSH (Certification in Clinical Sleep Health) or qualification to obtain the CCSH is preferred.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer