Polysomnographic Technologist, Non-Registered (Straight Nights)

Good Samaritan Society; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 30,307 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral Bonuses

Competitive Compensation

Salary Increases

Shift Differentials

Family atmosphere with friendly staff

Flexible shift options

Opportunities for advancement

Excellent Health, Dental and Vision

Job summary

Sanford Health in Bemidji, MN is seeking a compassionate Polysomnographic Technologist to join our sleep lab. You will perform sleep study procedures or neurological testing across patient populations, using diagnostic equipment, documenting in the medical record, and upholding AASM standards.

Join a patient-centered, not-for-profit system that values teamwork, professional growth, and access to comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Knowledge of sleep disorders and electrical safety.
• Proficient with patient data entry and documentation systems.
• Understanding of testing equipment, indications for use, and basic maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform Sleep Study Procedures or Neurological Testing for diverse patients.
• Operate testing equipment and perform basic troubleshooting.
• Document results accurately in the medical record per facility guidelines.
• Apply AASM standards and accreditation knowledge to testing.
• Understand diseases and conditions encountered.
• Educate patients on prescribed therapies and testing.
• Work with all age groups including special populations.

Skills

Sleep testing knowledge

Patient documentation

Education

Electroneurodiagnostic Technology program

BRPT eligibility or AASM eligibility

License as RT/RCP/RPSGT within 2 years

BLS certification within 60 days

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Facility: Bemidji Sleep Ctr
Location: Bemidji, MN
Address: 3717 Pine Ridge Ave NW, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
Shift: 12 Hours - Night Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 36.00
Salary Range: $22.50 - $38.50

Department Details

Our expanding Sleep Lab in northern Minnesota offers the opportunity to work in a patient-focused, collaborative environment providing comprehensive in-lab and home sleep testing services. The department emphasizes high-quality scoring and adherence to AASM standards, modern diagnostic equipment, and strong clinical support from board-certified sleep physicians. Sleep techs play a key role in a growing program that values professional development, teamwork, and expanding access to specialty sleep care in our community.

Job Summary

Polysomnographic Technologists are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing care to our patients.

Come and join Sanford Health one of the largest and fastest growing not-for-profit health systems on our journey to be the premier rural health system in the United States!

We’re seeking a compassionate, patient, and problem-solving Polysomnographic Technologist to join our talent team in this highly impactful role.

What you will do

• Performing either Sleep Study Procedures or Neurological Testing for all patient populations.
• Understanding the testing equipment, including it’s structure, function, indications for use, physiological effect upon the patient and basic maintenance/troubleshooting procedures.
• Monitor and document appropriately in medical record per facility guidelines.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) standards and accreditation.
• Possess a knowledge and understanding of the disease and pathological conditions encountered.
• Educating patients with prescribed therapies and sleep testing and following up as needed.
• Acquire the ability to work with all age groups and those with growth and developmental needs of unique client populations.

You Belong at Sanford

• Referral Bonuses
• Competitive Compensation
• Salary Increases
• Shift Differentials
• Family atmosphere with friendly staff and providers
• Flexible shift options
• Opportunities for advancement
• Excellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance options
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off
• Company Matched 401K Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program for Electroneurodiagnostic Technology or Respiratory Technology.
• Possess basic knowledge of sleep disorders, electrical safety, with the skill to utilize computers for patient documentation and data gathering for patient care.
• Eligible to register with the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT). Will consider eligibility to register with American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) as well. Possess or obtain registry as a Respiratory Therapist (RT), Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP), or Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) within two years of the date of hire into position.
• Working in North Dakota (ND), current licensure as a Respiratory Therapist is required. Obtain and maintain mandatory continuing education units (CEU) each year to maintain licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 60 days of employment.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.