Polysomnographic Technician

Le CYR Consulting; Fort Carson (CO); Vor Ort; USD 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A healthcare consulting firm in Fort Carson is seeking a qualified Polysomnographic Technician. The role involves conducting sleep studies, preparing equipment, and scoring results for physician analysis. Candidates must hold a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist certification and have at least one year of relevant experience. This position requires strong patient care skills and the ability to educate patients on sleep disorders. The work schedule includes day and night shifts, offering a comprehensive approach to sleep health.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in conducting sleep studies in a patient care setting.
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Aufgaben

• Prepare, calibrate, and operate sleep study equipment.
• Conduct overnight and daytime sleep studies.
• Score sleep studies and prepare detailed reports.
• Educate patients on sleep disorders and equipment use.

Kenntnisse

Patient care

Sleep study scoring

CPAP/PAP education

Ausbildung

Graduate of an accredited Polysomnography or Respiratory Therapy program

Tools

Sleep study equipment

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title

Polysomnographic Technician

Location

Evans Army Community Hospital, Fort Carson, CO, 80913

Tentative Start Date

December 1, 2025

Work Schedule

• Day shift: Monday–Friday, 8 Hrs Shift, 0700–1700
• Night shift: 3x12 Hrs shifts (M–W or Th–Sat, 1900–0700)

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Polysomnography or Respiratory Therapy program.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience within the last 3 years conducting sleep studies in a patient care setting. At least 1 year of experience in scoring sleep studies.
• License/Certification: Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) certification required; BLS certification required.
• Other Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Ability to recognize and provide age‑specific care for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Familiarity with conditions such as PAP adherence, insomnia, restless leg syndrome (RLS), narcolepsy, anxiety/depression, and inadequate sleep time.

Documents Required for Submission

• Updated Resume (With all gaps explained)
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, calibrate, and operate sleep study equipment and monitoring systems.
• Conduct overnight and daytime sleep studies, monitoring patients’ physiological data throughout the process.
• Score sleep studies and prepare accurate, detailed reports for physician interpretation.
• Educate patients and families on sleep disorders, CPAP/PAP equipment use, mask fittings, and adherence.
• Document patient data, observations, and study outcomes in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Recognize and respond to emergency situations during studies, ensuring patient safety.
• Assist physicians and sleep medicine specialists in diagnosing and treating sleep disorders.
• Maintain and troubleshoot diagnostic equipment to ensure accuracy and safety.
• Provide patient‑centered care with sensitivity to cultural, psychological, and physical needs.
• Support ongoing quality improvement and compliance with DoD, DHA, and AASM (American Academy of Sleep Medicine) standards.