Polysomnographic Technologist

Mayo Clinic; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision plan

HSA / FSAs

Retirement plan

Job summary

Mayo Clinic Sleep Disorders Center in Rochester, MN seeks a Polysomnographic Technologist to perform in-lab polysomnography and home sleep apnea testing, score studies, and titrate sleep therapies. The role includes patient education and mentoring trainees, with opportunities to advance within a collaborative Sleep Medicine team.

Joining requires RPSGT eligibility within 2 years, Basic Life Support, and a dedication to quality improvement in a high-volume clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or equivalent preferred in Neurophysiology.
• RPSGT certification required within 2 years of eligibility for staff hiring.
• Basic Life Support certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and monitor polysomnography and HSAT.
• Score and analyze sleep studies including respiratory events and sleep staging.
• Titrate CPAP/BiPAP, oxygen, and sleep devices per physician orders.
• Prepare patients for sleep procedures and provide education on PAP/home testing equipment.
• Perform MSLT/MWT and maintain data integrity.

Skills

Alertness

Policy adherence

Decision making

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Associate Degree (AAS) or AS in Neurophysiology preferred

RPSGT certification (BRPT) within 2 years of eligibility

Basic Life Support certification

Tools

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Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The Polysomnographic (PSG) Technologist provides comprehensive diagnostic, therapeutic, and patient education services to support the evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. Working under the supervision of the Sleep Medicine Medical Director, the PSG technologist performs in-center and home sleep testing, administers and titrates sleep-related therapies, analyzes and scores sleep studies, and delivers patient-centered care that promotes positive clinical outcomes. The role also supports education and professional development by mentoring trainees, technicians, and students while contributing to quality improvement and operational excellence within the Sleep Disorders Center.

Completing the Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) certification through the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) is required within 2 years of eligibility date.

A two-year commitment to the department is required.

Key Responsibilities Would Include

• Conduct and monitor polysomnography and home sleep apnea testing (HSAT).
• Score and analyze sleep studies, including respiratory events, arousals, sleep staging, and movement disorders.
• Initiate, monitor, and titrate CPAP, BiPAP, oxygen, and implantable sleep therapy devices according to physician orders.
• Prepare patients for diagnostic and therapeutic sleep procedures and provide education on PAP and home testing equipment.
• Perform MSLT and MWT testing, complete documentation, prepare reports, and maintain data integrity.
• Troubleshoot, calibrate, and maintain sleep laboratory equipment.
• Support quality, safety, and patient experience initiatives while mentoring staff, trainees, and students.
• This position involves direct patient care in a dynamic healthcare setting and may include day, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts. Candidates should be comfortable working with sleep diagnostic equipment, electronic health records, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

Why Join Our Sleep Disorders Center?

At Mayo Clinic Sleep Medicine, you'll be part of a nationally recognized team dedicated to improving the lives of patients through innovative diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders. Our Polysomnographic Technologists play a vital role in patient care, performing advanced diagnostic testing, therapeutic interventions, and patient education while working alongside physicians, advanced practice providers, researchers, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals. The position offers opportunities to work with a broad range of sleep technologies, including in-lab polysomnography, home sleep apnea testing, PAP therapies, implantable sleep devices, actigraphy, and specialized testing such as MSLT and MWT.

In addition to providing exceptional patient care, you'll have opportunities to mentor students, trainees, and fellow staff while contributing to quality improvement, education, and research initiatives that advance the field of Sleep Medicine. We foster a collaborative environment that values professional growth, innovation, teamwork, and lifelong learning.

If you are passionate about sleep health, enjoy combining technology with direct patient care, and want to make a meaningful impact in a highly specialized clinical setting, we invite you to bring your expertise and grow your career with our Sleep Disorders Center.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree, with an Associate of Applied Science or Associate Degree in Neurophysiology preferred.
• For employees hired before 1/01/2010, certification as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) with 10 years of clinical experience in a sleep medicine laboratory is allowed.
• Alertness, ability to adhere to policies and procedures, capable of making decisions, coping, and good communication skills.
• The ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams to troubleshoot and problem solve is required.
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) certification, credentialed through the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT), within 2 years after becoming eligible to sit for the BRPT registration examination.
• Establishing and maintaining Basic Life Support certification is required.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

Experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended. $27.99- $41.98 / hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Training hours will be approximately 1 - 2 months on each shift (days, evenings, nights). Once initial training is complete employee will have a regular night shift schedule. Schedule will be Sunday through Thursday, 2:30 PM to 11 PM or 10:30 PM to 7 AM

Weekend Schedule

no Friday or Saturday

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.