Polysomnographic Technician Registered (Per Diem) - Sleep Disorders Center

MultiCare Health System; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

MultiCare Neuroscience Institute is seeking a Polysomnographic Technician to perform comprehensive polysomnographic testing and analysis under supervision. The role involves electrode/sensor application, monitoring, and equipment calibration, with duties including CAPNOGRAPHY and PAP titration to support patient care.

Ideal candidates hold BRPT certification and have completed an accredited polysomnography program with at least one year of related experience; CPR is required.

Qualifications

• Accredited program leading to an associate degree with emphasis in polysomnography.
• Completion of a polysomnography program of at least one year duration from a state-licensed or nationally accredited facility.
• Certificate in polysomnography from an A-STEP accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive polysomnographic testing and analysis under supervision.
• Prepare and apply electrodes/sensors and monitor recordings.
• Operate and maintain polysomnography equipment and safety precautions.
• Perform CAPNOGRAPHY, PAP titration, and calibrate montages.

Education

Associate degree in polysomnography

A-STEP certificate in polysomnography

CPR certification

Tools

Polysomnography equipment

Capnography

Job description

Shape the future of neuroscience care with us At MultiCare Neuroscience Institute, we believe exceptional care begins with exceptional people. That’s why we’ve built a culture of kindness and collaboration and a community where teamwork and professional growth aren’t just aspirations, but daily realities. As we rapidly expand our reach and capabilities, we’re committed to empowering our providers to be bold, innovative and patient-centric. You’ll find a supportive environment that values your expertise while leveraging the resources and technology you need to deliver transformative care. Whether you’re looking to advance your research, take on leadership opportunities, or be part of strategic initiatives that expand access to quality care, you’ll find your place in our growing community of dedicated professionals. FTE: 0, Shift: Variable, Schedule: Primarily night shift, Variable/Per Diem, 12-hour shifts

Position Summary

The Polysomnographic Technician is responsible for performing comprehensive Polysomnographic testing and analysis, and associated interventions under the general oversight of a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) and/or the medical director (M.D., D.O., or PhD) or designee. A Polysomnographic Technician can provide oversight of a Polysomnographic Trainee. This is a technical position functioning independently with limited supervision. Work situations require extensive knowledge and the application of advanced expertise in the field of sleep disorders, and sound clinical judgments, actions, and decision making regarding unusual patient behavior, i.e. seizure activity, life threatening cardiac and respiratory abnormalities. Internal contacts are basically within the work group but may include patient care staff and management throughout the Medical Center. This position has external contacts with physicians as well as extensive direct patient care and patient contact on a daily basis.

Responsibilities

• Documented proficiency in core competencies
• Arrival preparation and electrode/sensor application
• Capnography
• Maintenance, cleaning and safety precautions
• Monitoring Pulse Oximetry PAP titration
• Polysomnographic montages and equipment calibration and function
• Supplemental low flow oxygen titration

Requirements

• Boarded by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT)
• Successful completion of an accredited (CAAHEP preferred) educational program leading to an associate degree with emphasis in polysomnography
• Successful completion of a polysomnography program of no less than one year duration associated with a state licensed and/or nationally accredited (CAAHEP preferred) educational facility
• Successful completion of an American Academy of Sleep Medicine A-STEP accredited educational program leading to a certificate in polysomnography
• Minimum six months work experience as a Polysomnographic Trainee
• Minimum one (1) year polysomnographic technology experience (preferred)
• CPR required

Why MultiCare Neuroscience Institute?

Patient-centered care

Expert guidance and seamless support across every stage of a patient’s neurological journey.

Collaborative team

Join a growing group of neurologists, neurosurgeons, and advanced practitioners, working across specialties with strong clinic-hospital partnerships.

Robust support

Clinical, administrative and IT resources that allow you to focus on patient care and grow your practice.

Award-winning care

Recognized for stroke quality, research innovation and high standards in neurological care.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off.

As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position.

The pay scale is $37.76 - $60.11 USD.

However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.

MultiCare is a not-for-profit health care organization with more than 28,000 team members, including employees, providers and volunteers. MultiCare has been caring for our community for well over a century, since the founding of Tacoma’s first hospital and today is the largest community-based, locally governed system of health in the state of Washington, serving communities across Washington and Northern Idaho. MultiCare’s comprehensive system of health includes numerous primary care, urgent care and specialty services — including Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Network; MultiCare Indigo Urgent Care; Pulse Heart Institute; MultiCare Medical Associates, affiliated physicians; MultiCare Rockwood Clinic, the largest multispecialty clinic in the Inland Northwest region; and MultiCare Connected Care, our Accountable Care Organization. Thirteen hospitals complete the organization: Allenmore Hospital, Auburn Medical Center, Capital Medical Center, Covington Medical Center, Deaconess Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital — the Puget Sound region’s only children’s hospital and state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center for Western Washington — Overlake Medical Center, Navos Behavioral Health Hospital, Valley Hospital, Yakima Valley Hospital, Tacoma General Hospital — which is home to the South Puget Sound region’s only Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit — and Wellfound Behavioral Health Hospital.

Our core values of Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, Collaboration, Kindness and Joy, serve as our guiding principles and impact every aspect of our organization, including how we provide patient care and what we expect from each other.

MultiCare is also proud of our commitment to workforce diversity and culturally competent care. This commitment is led by our CEO and supported through employee education and community outreach.

MultiCare provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and job applicants.

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