Registered Sleep Technologist II (RPSGT/RRT-SDS)

National Jewish Health; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Paid Time Off

Dental & Vision

Retirement Plan

Wellness Incentives

Tuition Reimbursement

Child Care Assistance

PSLF Eligible

Disability & Life Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Exclusive Discounts

Job summary

National Jewish Health is seeking an experienced Polysomnographic Technologist II to join the Sleep Center team in Denver. You will perform advanced sleep diagnostics, administer PAP therapies, and mentor other technologists while upholding the highest testing quality standards.

The role offers opportunities for clinical leadership, education, and contribution to a nationally recognized sleep medicine program.

Qualifications

• HS or equivalent required; associates or bachelors preferred.
• AASM credentials as RPSGT or equivalent required.
• Minimum 3 years of related experience in sleep technology.
• BLS certification required; ongoing credential maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Performs and analyzes high-quality diagnostic sleep studies per AASM standards and protocols.
• Administers and manages PAP therapies (CPAP, BiPAP, ASV, AVAPS).
• Provides guidance and training to fellow technologists and supports quality improvement.
• Maintains sleep testing equipment and documents results accurately.
• Acts as subject matter expert to advance testing quality and best practices.

Education

HS or equivalent (required)

Associates or Bachelors preferred

AASM credentials: RPSGT

ABSM credentials: RST

NBRC credentials: CRT-SDS

RRT-SDS

BLS certification

Job description

National Jewish Health is seeking an experienced and quality-focused Polysomnographic Technologist II (RPSGT/RRT-SDS) to join the Sleep Center team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a nationally recognized respiratory and sleep medicine program, performing advanced sleep diagnostics and positive airway pressure (PAP) therapies that help improve the health and quality of life of patients with sleep disorders. In addition to patient care responsibilities, this position serves as a technical leader and mentor, helping ensure the highest standards of testing, quality and staff development.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs and analyzes high-quality diagnostic sleep studies in accordance with AASM standards and departmental protocols
• Administers and manages PAP therapies, including CPAP, BiPAP, ASV and AVAPS
• Provides guidance and training to fellow technologists while supporting quality improvement initiatives
• Maintains sleep testing equipment and ensures accurate documentation and reporting
• Serves as a subject matter expert within a specialty area, helping advance testing quality and best practices

National Jewish Health is the nation's leading respiratory hospital, recognized for excellence in patient care, research and education. The Polysomnographic Technologist II plays an important role in diagnosing and managing complex sleep disorders while working alongside a multidisciplinary team of sleep medicine specialists. This position offers the opportunity to expand expertise in advanced sleep diagnostics, contribute to clinical excellence and help shape the future of sleep care through leadership, education and innovation.

Position Summary

Responsible and accountable for performing quality sleep acquisition and analysis in accordance with the standards set forth by American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) and American Academy of Sleep Technologist (AAST). This position works within interdisciplinary teams to provide safe and personalized care for the patient. This position leads a specialty area of the department and is responsible for maintaining the highest standards of testing and training of all assigned technologists in the specified area.

Essential Duties

• Performs high quality diagnostic sleep study testing to assist the physician in the diagnosis of sleep related breathing conditions in accordance with AASM, BRPT, AAST, and departmental policy and procedure.
• Proficient with analysis of diagnostic sleep study data in accordance with AASM, BRPT, AAST, and departmental policy and procedure.
• Proficient with the application of all PAP therapies (CPAP, BIPAP, ASV, AVAPS) in accordance to the AASM, insurance requirements and regulations, and department policies and procedures.
• Prepares and completes all required documentation in a thorough and accurate manner.
• Provides guidance to less experienced staff to assure high quality testing on all patients while serving as a role model for customer service by providing coaching and feedback.
• Performs all related responsibilities associated with sleep study testing to include: operating and maintaining equipment in accordance with hospital and department safety policy and procedures.
• Participates in quality improvement processes on an ongoing basis, including monitoring quality control subjects and results in specific area of responsibility. Completes assigned project work in area of responsibility.
• Maintains continuing education requirements as outlined by specific credentials through the Board of Registered Polysomnography Technologist (BRPT) and per the accreditation standards through the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), as well as institutional policies.

Competencies

• Accountability: Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member; displays honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems quickly; displays a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals; demonstrates a commitment to National Jewish Health.
• Attention to Detail: Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time. Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
• Coaching and Teaching Others: Providing timely guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem.
• Peer Relationships: Interacts with others in a constructive, positive, and respectful manner, regardless of individual differences. Assists team members or co-workers in achieving personal goals and completing assignments.
• Patient Relations: Meeting patient and patient family needs; taking responsibility for a patient’s safety, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes; using appropriate interpersonal techniques to resolve difficult patient situations and regain patient confidence.
• Initiative: Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive.
• Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.

Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility

None

Travel

Travel between main campus and satellite locations as needed

Core Values

• Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.
• Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
• Be well groomed, appropriately for your role and wear ID Badge visibly.
• Be in compliance with all departmental and institutional policies, the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and completes NetLearning by due date annually.
• Promotes a workplace culture based on mutual respect and merit, where all individuals are treated fairly and provided with equal opportunity to contribute to the mission and goals of the institution.
• Adheres to safe working practices and at all times follows all institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures.
• Wears appropriate PPE as outlined by the infection control policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates compliance with all state, federal and all other regulatory agency requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: HS or equivalent required, associates or bachelors preferred
• Work Experience: A minimum of 3 years of recent and related experience required.
• Special Training, Certification or Licensure: American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) credentials as Registered Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT), or American Board of Sleep Medicine {ABSM) credentials as Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) or National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentials as Certified Respiratory Therapist-Sleep Disorders Specialist (CRT-SDS), or Registered Respiratory Therapist - Sleep Disorders Specialist (RRT-SDS). Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification or its equivalent required.

Salary Range

$33.32 - $44.07 plus shift differential of $1.00-$6.50/hour based on shift and day worked.

Benefits

At National Jewish Health, we recognize that our outstanding faculty and staff are the essence of our organization. For every aspect of health care, our employees are our greatest asset. With that in mind, we have designed a valuable, comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and their families.

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Multiple Cigna health plans for Colorado, regional office and remote employees. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available to pair with some plans.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO accruals to use for vacation and sick days, and six paid holidays, all compliant with Colorado state sick leave regulations.
• Dental & Vision Plans: Coverage effective the first of the month after hire.
• Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer contributions after two years.
• Wellness Incentives: Earn up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually for full-time and part-time employees.
• Child Care Assistance: Childcare Flex Spending Account (FSA) with annual employer contribution.
• Loan Forgiveness: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
• Disability & Life Insurance: Employer-paid plans and optional buy-up choices.
• Voluntary Benefits: Full suite of coverage options such as Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Plan
• Exclusive Discounts: Savings on local services, insurance, and RTD bus passes.