RPT - Registered Polysomnographic Technologist

UAB Medicine; Clanton (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Alabama is seeking a Sleep Technician to perform basic and advanced sleep studies in a full-time night shift, 6:00pm–6:00am, Wednesday to Friday at UAB St. Vincent’s Chilton County.

You will prepare patients and equipment, interview to determine sleep disorders, score and report results, and ensure equipment maintenance. Credentials include BLS within 30 days and RPSGT/BRPT or ABSM; a high school diploma with related experience or higher degrees are acceptable.

Qualifications

• BLS within 1 month (30 days) of hire date or transfer date.
• Currently registered as a Registered Polysomnographic Technician (RPSGT) with BRPT OR Registered Sleep Technologist with ABSM.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic and advanced diagnostic sleep studies.
• Prepare patient and equipment for testing; interview patient to determine sleep disorder issues and explain procedures.
• Score, interpret and report results of sleep studies.
• Prepare, calibrate and maintain equipment; report needed repairs/replacements.

Skills

BLS Certification

Sleep technologist credentials

Education

High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years experience

Associate's degree/Technical degree

4 years of applicable experience

Job description

• Schedule: Full-time Day Shift - 6:00pm to 6:00am, Wednesday - Friday
• Work Location: UAB St. Vincent’s Chilton County
• Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

Position Overview

• Schedule: Full-time Day Shift - 6:00pm to 6:00am, Wednesday - Friday
• Work Location: UAB St. Vincent’s Chilton County
• 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

• 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.