Registered Polysomnography Tech/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Registered Polysomnography Technician to provide sleep monitoring services for patients. Responsibilities include registering patients, preparing for studies, and performing polysomnography with data analysis to support accurate diagnoses.

Additional clerical duties for the department will be required. Qualified candidates will have a RRT/CRT with RPSGT or SDS credentials and experience in sleep labs.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist ( RRT ) or Certified Respiratory Therapist ( CRT ) + Registered Polysomnographic Technologist ( RPSGT ) or SDS
• Experience with sleep monitoring and polysomnography procedures preferred
• Night shift with three 12-hour shifts per week (6:00 pm – 6:30 am)

Responsibilities

• Register patients and collect pre-study paperwork
• Prepare patients and equipment for procedures
• Explain procedures to patients and obtain consent if required
• Complete follow-up notes and enter charges
• Perform polysomnography studies and analyze data for diagnoses
• Clean and sanitize study equipment and maintain department spaces
• Assist with department administrative tasks as needed

Skills

EPIC

AEHR

G3 software

Phillips Alice 6

Job description

Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered Respiratory Therapist ( RRT ) or Certified Respiratory Therapist ( CRT ) + Registered Polysomnographic Technologist ( RPSGT ) or SDS

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting, standing, walking, with some pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects weighing up to 10lbs and occasional pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects up to 50lbs.

Shift

Nightshift; Three 12-hour shifts per week (Monday - Saturday); 6:00 pm - 6:30 am

Job Summary

The Registered Polysomnography Technician will provide sleep monitoring and interventions to all patients. The primary responsibilities include registering patients; gathering patient pre-study paperwork; preparing patients and equipment for procedures; explaining procedures and interactions to patients; completing follow-up notes as needed; performing polysomnography studies and analyzing data to assist in obtaining proper diagnosis; entering charges; and cleaning all study equipment.

This position will also have some administrative and clerical responsibilities for the department’s daily operations.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

APM , AEHR , EPIC , Phillips Alice 6 Respironics, and G3 software experience preferred.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Related healthcare and critical care experience preferred.

Deadline to Apply

10/20/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you hold a current certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or a Registered Polysomnography Therapist (RPSGT), or are you eligible to obtain either before being hired?
  • Yes
  • No