Registered Polysomnographic Technologist, Sleep Center

Hoag Health System; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is seeking a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist to perform comprehensive polysomnographic testing and analysis under supervision. The role involves preparing equipment, applying sensors, calibrating signals, and documenting data for interpretation.

The ideal candidate will be a graduate of a CAAHEP-accredited polysomnography program, eligible for registry, and able to obtain RPSGT within 180 days of hire, with ongoing CEU requirements.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAAHEP Polysomnographic accredited program or equivalent pathway.
• Registry eligible and must obtain RPSGT within 180 days of hire.
• Maintain 50 CEUs every 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive polysomnographic testing and analysis with associated interventions.
• Prepare and calibrate equipment, apply sensors, and ensure accurate signals.
• Score sleep/wake stages and generate reports for interpretation.
• Conduct mask fits and download data for interpretation.
• Communicate issues to lead tech and manager.

Skills

Polysomnography

Sleep stage scoring

CPAP/BIPAP management

Equipment calibration

Data collection & documentation

Team communication

Education

CAAHEP-accredited polysomnography program

A-STEP pathway or certification

Registry eligible

Tools

CareFusion diagnostic system

Job description

Job Description

• The Registered Polysomnographic Technologist performs comprehensive polysomnographic testing and analysis, and associated interventions, including CPAP, BIPAP therapy, ASV/AVAPS, O2 administration, and TCO2 monitoring under the general supervision of the clinical director (MD, DO) or designee.
• This role reviews patient information, prepares and calibrates equipment, applies electrodes and sensors, performs physiologic calibrations to ensure proper signals and adjusts accordingly, collects and documents data, observations, and significant events.
• Scores sleep/wake stages and generates accurate reports for interpretation.
• Performs mask fits, documents, and downloads data for interpretation.
• Keeps lead tech and manager informed of issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• The Registered Polysomnographic Technologist performs comprehensive polysomnographic testing and analysis, and associated interventions, including CPAP, BIPAP therapy, ASV/AVAPS, O2 administration, and TCO2 monitoring under the general supervision of the clinical director (MD, DO) or designee.
• This role reviews patient information, prepares and calibrates equipment, applies electrodes and sensors, performs physiologic calibrations to ensure proper signals and adjusts accordingly, collects and documents data, observations, and significant events.
• Scores sleep/wake stages and generates accurate reports for interpretation.
• Performs mask fits, documents, and downloads data for interpretation.
• Keeps lead tech and manager informed of issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Graduate from a CAAHEP Polysomnographic accredited program, The A-STEP program, or have completed one of the 5 Pathways to Registration as defined by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists
• Registry eligible
• Required to maintain 50 CEU’s every 5 years
• Experience with Carefusion diagnostic system preferred

License Required

• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) required within 180 days from date of hire
• And at least one of the following requirements:
  • Licensed with the Medical Board of California (RPSGT through CA)
  • Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) in the State of CA
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in the State of CA

License Preferred

N/A

Certifications Required

• BLS required

Certifications Preferred

N/A

About Us

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is a nonprofit regional health care delivery network in Orange County, California, consisting of three acute-care hospitals with sixteen urgent care centers, eleven health centers and a network of more than1,800 physicians, 100 allied health members, 8,000 employees, and 2,000 volunteers. More than 30,000 inpatients and 550,000 outpatients choose Hoag each year.

For over 70 years, Hoag has delivered a level of personalized care that is unsurpassed among Orange County’s health care providers. Since 1952, Hoag has served the local communities and continues its mission to provide the highest quality health care services through the core strategies of quality and service, people, physician partnerships, strategic growth, financial stewardship, community benefit and philanthropy.

Hoag offers a comprehensive blend of health care services including six institutes providing specialized care in the areas of cancer, heart and vascular, neurosciences, women's health, orthopedics, and digestive health through our institutes.

Hoag was the highest ranked hospital in Orange County in the 2024-2025 U.S. News &World Report, the only Orange County hospital ranked in the top 10 for California. The organization was ranked the #5 hospital in the Los Angeles Metro Area and the #10 hospital in California.

To learn more about Hoag’s awards and accreditations, visit: https://www.hoag.org/about-hoag/awards-accreditations/.

Hoag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hoag is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Hoag hires a diverse group of people in a manner that allows them to reach their full potential in the pursuit of organizational objectives.