Polysomnographic Technologist — Sleep Diagnostics & Monitoring

UAB Medicine; Clanton (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Alabama is seeking a Sleep Technician to perform basic and advanced sleep studies in a full-time night shift, 6:00pm–6:00am, Wednesday to Friday at UAB St. Vincent’s Chilton County.

You will prepare patients and equipment, interview to determine sleep disorders, score and report results, and ensure equipment maintenance. Credentials include BLS within 30 days and RPSGT/BRPT or ABSM; a high school diploma with related experience or higher degrees are acceptable.

Qualifications

• BLS within 1 month (30 days) of hire date or transfer date.
• Currently registered as a Registered Polysomnographic Technician (RPSGT) with BRPT OR Registered Sleep Technologist with ABSM.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic and advanced diagnostic sleep studies.
• Prepare patient and equipment for testing; interview patient to determine sleep disorder issues and explain procedures.
• Score, interpret and report results of sleep studies.
• Prepare, calibrate and maintain equipment; report needed repairs/replacements.

Skills

BLS Certification

Sleep technologist credentials

Education

High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years experience

Associate's degree/Technical degree

4 years of applicable experience

Job description

UAB Medicine in Alabama is seeking a Sleep Technician to perform basic and advanced sleep studies in a full-time night shift, 6:00pm–6:00am, Wednesday to Friday at UAB St. Vincent’s Chilton County.

You will prepare patients and equipment, interview to determine sleep disorders, score and report results, and ensure equipment maintenance. Credentials include BLS within 30 days and RPSGT/BRPT or ABSM; a high school diploma with related experience or higher degrees are acceptable.