Registered Polysomnographic Technologist - Level 2 - OU Children's Hospital - PRN

oumedicine; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Medical plan

Dental plan

Job summary

OU Health is seeking a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist Level 2 (PRN) for the Sleep Lab at OU Children's Hospital. You will conduct sleep testing, titration studies, and related diagnostics, delivering high-quality patient care and education under supervision.

Ideal candidates hold an RRT or RPSGT, BLS, and at least 1 year of polysomnography experience, with strong data reporting and device management skills to support the sleep disorders program.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1 year of experience as a polysomnographic technician.
• RRT or RPSGT certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from AHA required.
• If applying as an RRT, RCP license and SDS certification are required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and ensures delivery of safe, high-quality sleep lab services.
• Operates polysomnographic equipment and performs diagnostic and therapeutic interventions (including CPAP titration and MSLT).
• Documents physiological data and prepares detailed physician reports.
• Calibrates, maintains, and cleans sleep lab equipment.
• Provides patient/family education before and after procedures.
• Acts as a preceptor for students and new staff; oversees staff as needed.

Skills

Polysomnographic testing

CPAP titration

MSLT

Patient education

Equipment maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Title

Registered Polysomnographic Technologist - Level 2 - OU Children's Hospital - PRN

Department

Sleep Lab

Job Description

Under general supervision, the Polysomnographic Technician PRN will provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders including sleep testing, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, comprehensive patient care, and direct patient education.

Essential Responsibilities

• Coordinates and assumes responsibility for ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, and high quality technical services and support in the sleep lab.
• Provides patient care, appropriately operates equipment and carries out diagnostic and therapeutic interventions including but not limited to Polysomnographic Testing, CPAP Titration, and Multiple Sleep Latency Testing (MSLT).
• Documents physiological activity and abnormal readings; provides a detailed report for the physician.
• Calibrates, maintains, and cleans equipment used by the department.
• Utilizes appropriate patient/family teaching methods and ensures education needs are met for both pre and post procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of scoring parameters.
• Serves as a preceptor for students and new employees.
• Provides general oversight to other staff members.

General Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience: 1 year of experience as a Polysomnographic Technician required.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s)

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care OR Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) issued by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• If applying as an RRT, Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) issued by the Oklahoma State Medical Board required.
• If applying as an RRT, Sleep Disorders Specialty (SDS) issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of safety and maintenance of electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of sleep disorders and treatment.
• Experience operating equipment used in the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders.
• Ability to explain technical information.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze data and prepare a written report.
• Good computer skil ls.

Employer and Benefits

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.