Polysomnographic Technologist, Registered

10000 Sanford; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral Bonuses

Competitive Compensation

Shift Differentials

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K

Job summary

Sanford Health in North Dakota seeks a Sleep Disorders technologist to perform polysomnography, MSLT, and home sleep testing, ensuring accurate data for physicians. You will work with sleep techs across shifts, manage equipment, and maintain records per facility guidelines.

The role requires understanding of AASM standards, licensure where required, and patient education across varied age groups. Sanford Health offers competitive compensation, shift differentials, and comprehensive benefi ts.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in Electroneurodiagnostic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, or other medical specialty preferred.
• Minimum of two years of related work experience in Sleep Disorders field preferred.
• Knowledge of sleep disorders and data collection for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform Sleep Study Procedures or Neurological Testing for all patient populations.
• Understand testing equipment, indications, and basic maintenance/troubleshooting.
• Monitor and document data in medical records per facility guidelines.
• Demonstrate knowledge of AASM standards and accreditation.
• Educate patients on prescribed therapies and sleep testing; follow up as needed.
• Work with diverse age groups and patient populations.

Skills

Sleep diagnostics knowledge

Patient education

EMR documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Electroneurodiagnostic Technology program

Respiratory Therapy program

Tools

Polysomnography equipment

AASM standards equipment

Job description

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.

Work Shift: 12 Hours - Night Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Compensation: Salary Range: $27.00 - $38.00 Sign-on Bonus Available: $7,500/ 2 years Union Position: No

Job Description

Summary Performs quality diagnostic polysomnographic (PSG), as well as titration, multiple sleep latency (MSLT), home sleep testing (HST), and maintenance of wakefulness test (MWT) will be performed. Records and provides relevant and accurate data to physicians for diagnostic use in the treatment of patients with sleep/wake disorders.

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 in Electroneurodiagnostic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, or other medical specialty preferred.

Minimum of two years of related work experience in Sleep Disorders field preferred.

Possess knowledge of sleep disorders, electrical safety, with the skill to utilize computers for patient documentation and data gathering for patient care.

If RRT, required to obtain RPSGT or Sleep Disorder Specialty (RRT-SDS) credential within 2 years of starting in role or must be enrolled in one of the following:

1. Must be enrolled in or have completed the A-STEP Online Self Study Modules. Non-registered technologists and technicians must complete A-STEP Online Self Study Modules within two years of enrollment.
2. Must be enrolled in or have completed training in polysomnography in a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) program with the polysomnography option.

Working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed as a RRT or RPSGT.

Obtain and maintain mandatory continuing education units (CEU) each year to maintain licensure and/or registry.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 60 days of employment.

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 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail].

The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill. 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. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News. Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.