Polysomnography Tech — Pediatric Sleep Diagnostics & Scoring

Baystate Health; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 59,236; Full time

Job summary

Baystate Health is seeking a Polysomnographic Technician to gather patient information, prepare equipment, and perform polysomnographic data acquisition with pediatric expertise. You will score sleep stages, document clinical events, and ensure patient safety during testing.

The role requires a High School Diploma and a minimum of 2 years in the field, with BRPT certification or progress toward it. The position emphasizes accurate reporting and adherence to standards within a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Polysomnographic Technician.
• Must be proficient in polysomnographic scoring and pediatric procedures.
• Certification in Polysomnographic Technology (BRPT) required or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze patient information to identify needs and determine testing parameters with the physician and lab protocols.
• Prepare and calibrate equipment, apply electrodes/sensors, and fit CPAP masks.
• Perform polysomnographic data acquisition, monitor signals for artifacts, and document observations.
• Score sleep stages and clinical events per center protocols to generate accurate reports.
• Ensure safety, infection control, equipment care, and compliance with BRPT standards; participate in ongoing education.

Skills

Polysomnography

EEG recording

CPAP fitting

Patient data collection

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Polysomnography equipment

Job description

Baystate Health is seeking a Polysomnographic Technician to gather patient information, prepare equipment, and perform polysomnographic data acquisition with pediatric expertise. You will score sleep stages, document clinical events, and ensure patient safety during testing.

The role requires a High School Diploma and a minimum of 2 years in the field, with BRPT certification or progress toward it. The position emphasizes accurate reporting and adherence to standards within a hospital setting.