Polysomnographic Technician

Loyal Source Government Services; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyal Source Government Services seeks a full-time Polysomnographic Technician in Lakewood, WA, to support VA Puget Sound Health Care System – American Lake Division. The role covers night shifts, 6:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m., with pay rate of $41.58/hr plus $5.42 H&W fringe.

You will conduct sleep studies, calibrate PSG equipment, and ensure data quality for veteran patients. Requirements include active sleep technologist license, BRPT RPSGT certification, and 2+ years of in-lab PSG/titration/HSAT

Qualifications

• Active sleep technologist license as required by the issuing state.
• Certified by accredited sleep technician training program.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience independently performing sleep lab services including PSG, titration, HSAT, and scoring.
• Active RPSGT certification issued by BRPT.

Responsibilities

• Score sleep studies including respiratory events, sleep stages, arousals, and limb movements.
• Prepare studies for interpretation with proper labeling and notes.
• Set up and calibrate PSG equipment (16- and 32-channel).
• Operate non-invasive monitoring systems for airflow, SpO2, CO2, ECG, and video.
• Perform daily QC of sleep-lab equipment.
• Document PAP use, tolerance, mask fit, and leaks.
• Explain procedures and ensure patient comfort to optimize data quality.

Skills

Patient care

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

RPSGT certification (BRPT)

Sleep technologist training program

Job description

Loyal Source Government Services is looking for 1 full-time Polysomnographic Technicians to provide services to VA Puget Sound Health Care System – American Lake Division located in Lakewood, WA

Job Summary: Polysomnographic Technicians must be efficient, motivated, focuses on patient care with our Veteran population. Polysomnographic Technicians are expected to maintain a high degree of accurate productivity and performance while working with our VA community at VA Puget Sound Health Care System – American Lake Division in Lakewood, WA. Polysomnographic Technicians are required to deliver high-quality, compassionate, and consistent care to individuals.

Pay Rate: $41.58/hr + $5.42 H&W Fringe

Duties

• Event scoring of sleep studies (respiratory events, sleep states, arousals, limb movements, cardiac rhythm, parasomnias).
• Preparation of studies for Technician interpretation, including proper labeling, summary sheets, and technical notes
• Set-up, interface, and calibration of PSG equipment (16-channel and 32-channel systems depending on local platform.
• Operation of computerized non-invasive monitoring system for: airflow and respiratory effort, pulse oximetry, transcutaneous CO2, Plethysmography, ECG, muscle tone, digital video monitoring system.
• Daily quality control of all sleep-lab equipment.
• Identify and report suspected malfunctions to Biomedical Engineering and IT support
• Apply, monitor and adjust PAP modalities.
• Recognize respiratory events that require PAP pressure adjustment according to AASM titration guidelines.
• Document PAP tolerance, mask fit, leak, and response.
• Explain procedures and ensure patient comfort to optimize data quality.
• Monitor and record significant observations
• Recognize artifacts and correct them to maintain valid signals.
• Identify urgent clinical concerns and respond appropriately: notify supervisor for noncritical issues, activate VA Code Blue procedures when needed, and initiate CPR when required.
• Organize prepare, complete patient charts, tracings, and technical notes for physical review.
• Accurate, timely documentation in CPRS/HER systems.
• Upload and transfer electronic files and diagnostic data in accordance with VA standards.
• Prepare PAP supply requests (filters, tubing, masks) when required by the Sleep Program Chief. Perform other duties that directly support Sleep Lab operations, as assigned by Sleep Medicine leadership (nonclinical tasks must remain appropriate for an RPSGT scope).
• Shall not prescribe, dispense, or administer medications.
• Ensure all recorded data, scoring results, and technical notes are uploaded and routed appropriately so that supervising sleep Technicians can meet communication requirements.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active, full, current, and unrestricted sleep technologist license if required by the State, Territory, or Commonwealth in which the credential is issued.
• Must be trained and certified by an accredited sleep technician training program
• Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience independently performing sleep lab services including in lab PSG, titration studies, HSAT, and scoring.
• Hold an active Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) certification issued by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT)

Additional Information

• VA Business Hours: 24/7, including weekends and Federal Holidays.
• Work Schedule
• Night shift:
• Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
• 6:00 p.m – 7:00 a.m.

Please note: this position is notional and contingent upon the award of a government contract.

About Notional Opportunities

Notional opportunities are roles in the planning stages and contingent on contract awards. By applying to notional positions, you can express early interest, enhancing your employment prospects and positioning yourself at the forefront of potential job opportunities. This proactive approach gives you an edge and boosts your visibility to employers, making it a strategic choice for those eager to explore future roles and expand their professional network.

About Loyal Source

Loyal Source provides healthcare and technology solutions designed to improve outcomes and support mission-critical operations. Guided by innovation and purpose, we help organizations achieve success across complex challenges worldwide. Loyal Source is a military friendly employer and proud partner of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership program.

Loyal Source uses AI‑powered voice screening as part of our application process. After you apply, you will receive a brief qualification survey via text or email. Candidates who meet the position requirements will then be invited to complete a quick AI‑powered voice assessment. This easy, no‑scheduling‑required process helps us and the candidate move the hiring process forward faster.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you have a disability or medical condition and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this step of the hiring process, you may request an alternative method or accommodation at any time by contacting Human Resources at [e-mail].