Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) - Sleep Medicine - PRN

Mercy Co; Washington, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy Sleep Lab is seeking a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) to perform sleep studies, scoring, and patient education under physician direction.

This PRN role requires the RPSGT credential and BLS, with responsibilities including equipment setup, monitoring, data collection, and reporting per AASM guidelines; you will document in the EMR and participate in quality improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) credential.
• American Heart Association BLS certification within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, calibrate, and maintain sleep study equipment.
• Apply electrodes and sensors according to AASM standards.
• Conduct overnight polysomnographic studies, including CPAP/BiPAP titration, split-night studies, and MSLT.
• Continuously monitor patients and respond to sleep-related events and emergencies.
• Score sleep studies and create detailed reports following AASM guidelines.
• Educate patients on sleep disorders, PAP therapy, and equipment use.
• Document procedures and results in the EMR.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education opportunities.

Skills

RPSGT credential

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of accredited Polysomnography program

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Registered Polysomnographic Technologist performs comprehensive polysomnographic testing, analysis, and associated interventions under the direction of a physician. This role ensures accurate data collection, scoring, and reporting of sleep studies while providing patient education and maintaining safety standards throughout the diagnostic and therapeutic process.

Position Details:

Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT)

Sleep Lab | Mercy

PRN

Are you passionate about helping patients achieve better sleep and improved health? Join our team as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT), where you'll play a vital role in diagnosing and treating sleep disorders through advanced sleep studies and patient-centered care.

What You'll Do

As a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist, you will perform comprehensive sleep studies and associated interventions under the direction of a physician. You'll ensure accurate data collection, patient safety, and high-quality diagnostic testing while providing education and support throughout the patient's sleep health journey.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, calibrate, and maintain sleep study equipment.
• Apply electrodes and sensors according to AASM standards.
• Conduct overnight polysomnographic studies, including: CPAP/BiPAP titration studies Split-night studies Multiple Sleep Latency Tests (MSLT)
• Continuously monitor patients and respond appropriately to sleep-related events and emergencies.
• Score sleep studies and create detailed reports following AASM guidelines.
• Educate patients on sleep disorders, PAP therapy, and equipment use.
• Maintain compliance with infection prevention and safety protocols.
• Accurately document procedures, results, and patient interactions in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education opportunities.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) credential.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 3 months of hire.

Preferred:

• Graduate of an accredited Polysomnography program.
• Previous experience in sleep diagnostics and PAP therapy.

Why Join Mercy?

At Mercy, you'll be part of a compassionate team dedicated to improving patient outcomes through exceptional sleep medicine services. We offer a collaborative environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients every day.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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