Registered Polysomnographic Technologist - Highlands Sleep Center - Flexi/PRN (801)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 30,031 - 48,835; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust educational assistance programs

Generous paid time off

Employee assistance and wellness programs

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A leading health system in Alabama seeks a Registered Polysomnographic Technician to demonstrate competence in sleep pathology, operate equipment, and monitor patients. Candidates must have a High School diploma or GED, be registered as a Polysomnographic Technician, and certified in Basic Life Support. The role offers competitive pay and benefits, including educational assistance and generous paid time off. This position is located in Birmingham, AL.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Registered as RPSGT or equivalent certification required.
• Currently certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate competence in all aspects of sleep pathology recognition.
• Operate equipment used in sleep disorders technology.
• Monitor 1 to 2 patients simultaneously.

Skills

Competence in sleep pathology recognition

Monitoring patients

Operation of sleep disorders technology

Education

High School diploma or GED

Registered Polysomnographic Technician (RPSGT) certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Overview

Position Overview

Pay range: $21.80 - $35.45 / hour

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Responsibilities

To demonstrate competence in all aspects of sleep pathology recognition, analysis, and treatment. To operate equipment used in sleep disorders technology. To be able to monitor 1 to 2 patients simultaneously.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED required. Currently registered as a Registered Polysomnographic Technician (RPSGT) with a certificate from the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) or Registered Sleep Technologist with the American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM) and currently certified with Basic Life Support (BLS) with the American Heart Association (AHA) required.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.1 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 2,200 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s only ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.