RPT - Registered Polysomnographic Technologist

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Associate Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

UAB Medicine's Sleep Center is hiring a polysomnography technician for night shifts (6pm-6:30am) at the UAB St. Vincent's East location. You will prepare patients and equipment, conduct sleep studies, and report results with clinical interpretation.

Requirements include BRPT/ABS Pattern or RPSGT certification and BLS, with a high school diploma or higher education pathway. Join Alabama's largest health system delivering comprehensive care.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire date.
• Current RPSGT with BRPT or ABSM certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient and equipment for testing and explain procedures.
• Perform and document testing; monitor patient and intervene as needed.
• Collect, analyze and integrate patient information to score and report results.
• Prepare, calibrate and maintain equipment; report needed repairs.

Education

High School diploma equivalency

Associate's degree/Technical degree

4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

Position Overview

• Schedule: Night shift: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays, 6pm-6:30am
• Department: Sleep Center
• Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's East
• Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

Job Description

Perform basic and advanced diagnostic sleep studies.

• Prepare patient and equipment for ordered testing. Interview patient to determine sleep disorder issues and to explain testing procedures.
• Perform and document testing. Monitor patient throughout testing and intervene as necessary to resolve patient needs or equipment issues.
• Collect, analyze and integrate patient information to identify and meet patient-specific needs; score, interpret and report results of sleep studies.
• Prepare, calibrate, repair and maintain equipment required for testing. Determine and report needed repairs/replacements.

Qualifications

• Licensure / Certification / Registration:
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Currently registered as a Registered Polysomnographic Technician (RPSGT) with a certificate from the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) or Registered Sleep Technologist with the American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM) required.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama's largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year - from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital - ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state's first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital - along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent's hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you're seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there's a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you'll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.