Registered Polysomnographic Technologist

Intermountain Health; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 40,143 - 61,909; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking an experienced Technologist to perform and coordinate physiologic studies focusing on sleep disorders at St. Marys Regional Hospital, Grand Junction, Colorado. This full-time position involves monitoring patient studies and ensuring care through technological interventions.

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED, BLS certification, and relevant state licensure. A comprehensive benefits package is included, covering health, dental, vision, and retirement.

Qualifications

• Ability to work varying shifts, including nights.
• Specific certifications as required by patient population (PALS, ACLS, NRP).
• Current state licensing in the relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Perform overnight polysomnographic studies.
• Conduct home sleep apnea tests.
• Document patient monitoring during studies.
• Manage equipment and supplies efficiently.
• Provide supervision and education for staff.

Skills

Polysomnographic studies

Technology utilization

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS Certification

RPSGT/RST or Certified Respiratory Therapist

Job description

Job Description

Accountable for performing, coordinating, and scoring physiologic studies of sleep and sleep‑related disorders. The incumbent provides care to patients via technology, therapeutic interventions, and coordination with other health care professionals.

Essential Functions

• Perform overnight polysomnographic studies using various modes of positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy interventions.
• Perform home sleep apnea tests (HSAT).
• Monitor and document patients undergoing physiologic studies.
• Monitor and track equipment and supplies.
• Complete record keeping and charting.
• Address and solve both technical and interpersonal problems.
• Demonstrate communication skills.
• Use computerized and mechanical equipment efficiently.
• Score studies according to AASM guidelines.
• Obtain 10 continuing education credits (CEC) related to sleep medicine annually.
• Provide supervision, mentorship, and orientation/ongoing education of the PSG Tech and PST CPSGT.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• BLS Certification or RQI for Healthcare Providers.
• Current RPSGT/RST or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) licensed in the state of practice, if required.
• Availability to work varying shifts, including night shift.
• Specific certifications or skills as required by facility or patient population (i.e., PALS, ACLS, NRP).

Posting Specifics

• Hours: Full time, 36 hours per week.
• Benefits Eligible: Yes.
• Hourly rate: $29.14–$44.94 (dependent on experience).

Location

St. Marys Regional Hospital, Grand Junction, Colorado.

Benefits

Includes a comprehensive benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness, including health, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and more.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.