RPSGT - Polysomnographic Technician

Meritus Health; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance & Disability Coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Retirement Plan

Education Assistance & Tuition Reimb.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & HSA

Shift Differential Pay

Job summary

Meritus Health in Maryland seeks a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) to support the Pulmonary team. You’ll perform diagnostic and therapeutic sleep studies, provide direct patient care, and educate patients throughout testing.

Responsibilities include collecting data, calibrating equipment, fitting PAP interfaces, scoring data, and ensuring safety and documentation standards. A high school diploma, RPSGT, MD licensure, and CPR are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; associate degree preferred.
• RPSGT certification and Maryland licensure required.
• Current BLS (CPR) certification required and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and integrate patient information for sleep studies.
• Prepare, calibrate, and operate sleep study equipment per standards.
• Perform routine PAP interface fitting and desensitization.
• Score polysomnographic data including respiratory and cardiac events.
• Educate patients on sleep lab procedures and testing expectations.
• Maintain safety, quality, and documentation compliance.

Skills

RPSGT

Patient care

Sleep study procedures

Communication

Data accuracy

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in healthcare-related field

RPSGT certification

Maryland Polysomnographic Technologist license

Current BLS (CPR) certification

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $25.91 USD to $38.89 USD
  The posted range is the budgeted amount for this position. The actual rate of pay will be determined based on several factors, including your relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, and alignment with Meritus Health’s compensation practices.

Description

We are seeking a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) to join our Pulmonary team. In this role, you will work under the general supervision of the Medical Director or designee to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. This includes conducting diagnostic and therapeutic sleep studies, delivering direct patient care, and educating patients throughout the testing process.

• Collect, analyze, and integrate patient information to identify and meet patient‑specific needs
• Follow established sleep center protocols and provide age‑appropriate patient education
• Prepare, calibrate, and operate sleep study equipment; apply electrodes and sensors according to published standards
• Perform routine PAP interface fitting and desensitization
• Educate patients on sleep lab procedures and testing expectations
• Monitor and record sleep study data, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Analyze and score polysomnographic data, including respiratory and cardiac events
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members
• Maintain compliance with all safety, quality, and documentation standards

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma required
• Associate Degree in a healthcare‑related field preferred

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year experience working in a healthcare setting with patient contact
  OR appropriate credentialing for the position

Licensure & Certification

• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) certification required
• Licensed by the Maryland Board of Physicians as a Polysomnographic Technologist
• Current BLS (CPR) certification in compliance with policy

Caring for our Team

We are committed to supporting the well‑being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date .
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
  Includes company‑paid life insurance , as well as short- and long‑term disability benefits to provide peace of mind.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work‑life balance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
  Benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
  Support for your continued learning and career growth .
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
  Options to save pre‑tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Shift Differential Pay
  Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay .

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School Diploma or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Reg Polysomnographic Tech

Basic Life Support

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