Polysomnographic Technician

Indiana University Health; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on bonus $15,000

Night shift differential

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Night Shift Sleep Lab Technologist for the Arnett Hospital Sleep Lab. The role involves performing basic and advanced diagnostic sleep studies, preparing equipment, and interviewing patients to identify sleep disorder issues.

You will monitor patients during testing, assist with scoring, and generate reports, while maintaining lab equipment and credentials. Requirements include a HS diploma (associate degree preferred), 1–3 years of experience, and

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in sleep testing or related field.
• Must obtain RPSGT or SDS certification within 2 years of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or obtainable within 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient equipment for testing and interview patient to determine sleep disorder issues.
• Monitor patient throughout testing and intervene as needed.
• Assist with scoring sleep studies and generating reports.
• Maintain and calibrate equipment; report repairs or replacements.
• Maintain credentials as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or SDS.

Skills

BiPAP/ASV titration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate's Degree

Job description

Overview

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. People who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People motivated to do their best every day. People who are always ready to apply themselves. As one of Indiana's largest employers, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation, and education, and make Indiana one of the nation's healthiest states.

About This Position

• Full Time, Night Shift, 3-12s, 7pm-7:30am Sunday‑Tuesday.
• Sign on Bonus of $15,000 available to Eligible Candidates
• Night Shift Pay Differential included
• Location: Arnett Hospital Sleep Lab

This position performs basic and advanced diagnostic sleep studies and may provide supervision of other staff. They prepare patient equipment for testing, interview patient to determine sleep disorder issues and to explain pre and post testing procedures. They perform and document testing per lab protocols. They will monitor patient throughout testing and intervene as necessary to resolve patient needs or equipment issues. They will assist with scoring sleep studies and generating reports. The role prepares, calibrates, repairs and maintains equipment required for testing. They determine and report needed repairs/replacements. They will maintain credentials as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist through the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BPRT). Certifications obtained through the American Board of Sleep Medicine will be honored through their certification date or until credentials through the BPRT are obtained.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED is required. Associate's Degree is preferred.
• Experience in BiPAP/ASV Titration preferred.
• Requires 1-3 years of experience.
• Must obtain certification as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or certification as a Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS) within 2 years of date of hire.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA or will need to acquire it. Must be able to pass boards within 2 years.

Benefits

• IU Health also offers different opportunities for career and professional development for our staff that qualify for benefits. This includes continued education and certification opportunities and tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.