Polysomnography Technologist Senior/UKHC

Inside Higher Ed; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 34,440 - 53,864; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Lexington, KY, is seeking a Polysomnography Technologist Senior. The candidate will provide sleep monitoring and interventions, register patients, prepare them for procedures, and analyze data for diagnosis. They must hold an AA degree and have 2 years of experience. The role includes working night shifts, maintaining patient equipment, and fulfilling some administrative duties. This full-time position offers a salary range of $25.00 to $39.10 per hour, ensuring you join a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of related experience required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) required at time of hire.
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or Sleep Disorders Specialty (SDS) required after 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Register patients.
• Gather patient pre-study paperwork.
• Prepare patients and equipment for procedures.
• Explain procedures and interactions to patients.
• Complete follow-up notes as needed.
• Perform polysomnography studies and analyze data.
• Enter charges.
• Clean all study equipment.

Skills

EPIC

Nihon Kohden software

Education

AA

Job description

Polysomnography Technologist Senior/UKHC

Requisition Number: RE52745

Working Title: Polysomnography Tech Senior - KCH

Department: M4000:Pediatrics Clinic

Location: Lexington, KY

Grade Level: 10

Salary Range: $25.00–39.10/hour

Position Type: Staff

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education: AA

Required Related Experience: 2 years

Required License/Registration/Certification: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) at time of hire; Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or Sleep Disorders Specialty (SDS) required after 1 year of employment

Physical Requirements: The physical requirements of this position include regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time and performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 lbs. and lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 lbs.

Shift

Nightshift; Three 12-hour shifts per week (Monday – Saturday); 6:00 pm – 6:30 am

Job Summary

The Polysomnography Technician will be responsible for providing sleep monitoring and interventions to all patients. The primary responsibilities include: registering patients; gathering patient pre-study paperwork; preparing patients and equipment for procedures; explaining procedures and interactions to patients; completing follow-up notes as needed; performing polysomnography studies and analyzing data to assist in obtaining proper diagnosis; entering charges; and cleaning all study equipment. This position will also have some administrative and clerical responsibilities for the daily operations of the department.

Responsibilities

• Register patients.
• Gather patient pre-study paperwork.
• Prepare patients and equipment for procedures.
• Explain procedures and interactions to patients.
• Complete follow-up notes as needed.
• Perform polysomnography studies and analyze data to assist in obtaining proper diagnosis.
• Enter charges.
• Clean all study equipment.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• EPIC, Nihon Kohden software experience preferred.

Preferred Education / Experience

Related healthcare and critical care experience preferred.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Online Audio and Video Media

Deadline To Apply

01/14/2026

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