Polysomnographic-Sleep Technologist, Sr

Texas Children's Hospital; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Children's Hospital seeks a Sleep Center Technologist to perform night-time sleep studies and document results per policy. You will conduct tests in Neurophysiology labs and inpatient units, ensuring patient safety and education while maintaining high-quality care.

Requirements include a high school diploma, BLS and RPSGT, and 2 years of pediatric polysomnography experience. STAR/BRPT pathway is preferred. Opportunity to grow in a leading children’s hospital in Austin, Texas.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills as stated in the job description.
• 2+ years of experience as a Sleep Technologist.
• Graduate of a CAAHEP-accredited polysomnography program or STAR BRPT pathway.
• BLS, RPSGT certifications required; BRPT preferred.
• Pediatric polysomnography experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Master neurodiagnostic sleep studies for quality results.
• Conduct sleep studies in inpatient and unit settings according to standards.
• Interpret waveforms, medical terms, and anatomy.
• Ensure patient safety, comfort, and education.
• Score sleep studies and clinical events professionally.
• Maintain equipment readiness and report issues promptly.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent

CAAHEP-accredited Sleep Program

BRPT certification (preferred)

Tools

BLS Certification

RPSGT Certification

RST Certification (preferred)

Polysomnography equipment

Job description

Job Description

We’re hunting for a Sleep Center Technologist, someone who’s ready to be part of the best ranked children’s hospital in Texas, and among the best in the nation. In this position, you will perform sleep studies and document results according to facility policy and procedures. You’ll need excellent communication skills in this position. You’ll be primarily responsible for conducting night-time sleep studies.

We’re hunting for a Sleep Center Technologist, someone who’s ready to be part of the best ranked children’s hospital in Texas, and among the best in the nation. In this position, you will perform sleep studies and document results according to facility policy and procedures. You’ll need excellent communication skills in this position. You’ll be primarily responsible for conducting night-time sleep studies.

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Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Master neurodiagnostic sleep studies for quality results.
• Conduct tests in the Neurophysiology lab and inpatient units as required, in inpatient units according to departmental and MST standards of care.
• Demonstrates knowledge of product allergies, movement restrictions and different levels of consciousness the patient may experience.
• Apply electrodes accurately per international standards.
• Independently interpret waveforms, medical terms, and anatomy.
• Ensure patient safety, comfort, and education.
• Recognize and respond to patient needs effectively.
• Score sleep studies and clinical events professionally.
• Use appropriate equipment and maintain readiness.
• Communicate effectively with the team.
• Report incidents and equipment issues promptly.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Seek professional growth and educational opportunities.
• Prioritize customer service and documentation.
• Support high-quality patient care and billing.
• Seek exposure to educational opportunities to enhance professional growth and technical knowledge related to sleep-related disease and neurodiagnostic practice.
• Comply with training requirements and perform assigned tasks.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

Skills & Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent Is Required
• Technical Diploma/Graduate of A CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program) Accredited Sleep Program Is Preferred
• Other in: Completion of the Texas Children’s Hospital Sleep Technology Approved Resource (STAR) program accredited by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BRPT) is Preferred
• BLS - Cert-basic Life Support and RPSGT - Reg Polysomnographic Technology Certifications Are Required
• RST - Registered Sleep Technologist Is Preferred
• 2 Years of experience as a Sleep Technologist Required
• 2 years of experience in pediatric polysomnography Is Preferred
• Graduate of a CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program) accredited polysomnography program; OR Completion of the Texas Children’s Hospital Sleep Technology Approved Resource (STAR) program accredited by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) will substitute for 2 years required experience in polysomnography.

About Us

Texas Children’s presence in Austin helps support a pediatric population of more than half a million and keeps kids healthy and happy from birth to adulthood. Texas Children’s first health care location in Austin, Texas Children’s Urgent Care West Gate, opened in March 2018, providing high quality pediatric-focused care after hours and on weekends. There are now more than 15 Texas Children’s Pediatric primary care practices in the greater Austin area providing full-service family care including routine childhood immunizations, well visits, and sick care. Our Specialty Care Center in Austin includes a multidisciplinary group of pediatric specialists committed to providing comprehensive care across a wide spectrum of services. Texas Children’s Hospital North Austin, is our new state-of-the-art facility providing world-class pediatric and maternal care to Austin families.

To join our community of more than 15,000 dedicated team members, visit texaschildrenspeople.org.

Texas Children’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children's without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.