Sleep Lab Polysomnographer - Full Time - Up to $40/hr!

ConnectedHealth; Glasgow (MT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ConnectedHealth in Glasgow, MT seeks a Sleep Lab Polysomnographer to perform and monitor sleep studies, score polysomnograms, and provide diagnostic reports to physicians. The role includes handling PSG, MSLT, and MWT, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety and accurate documentation.

Ideal candidates hold a Respiratory Care credential with NBRC or RPSGT certification and are proficient in oxygen therapy, CPAP/BiPAP, plus patient monitoring.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care program or NBRC certification.
• RPSGT certification or ability to obtain within one year of hire.
• Knowledge of age-specific patient care.
• Proficient in oxygen therapy, CPAP, BiPAP and related devices.
• Experience with EKG, EEG, PFT and ABG testing (if certified).
• Knowledge of patient safety standards, infection control, and emergency procedures.
• Compliance with hospital policies and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Perform and schedule sleep studies including PSG, MSLT, and MWT.
• Score, evaluate, and archive polysomnograms per protocols.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain sleep lab equipment.
• Monitor patients during testing for accuracy, comfort and safety.
• Prepare comprehensive reports for physicians and referring providers.
• Consult with healthcare providers and patients regarding diagnosis and outcomes.
• Educate patients about sleep disorders and post-study expectations.
• Maintain records and ensure insurance documentation requirements.
• Support quality improvement activities and clinical training.

Skills

RPSGT certification

Oxygen therapy CPAP BiPAP

Polysomnography equipment operation

Patient monitoring

Infection control

EKG EEG PFT ABG (certified)

Emergency response

Age-specific patient care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Respiratory Care program NBRC certification

RPSGT certification or within 1 year of hire

Tools

Sleep lab equipment operation (PSG/MSLT/MWT)

Job description

Sleep Lab Polysomnographer performs and monitors sleep studies in a clinical setting. The role involves scoring polysomnograms, maintaining equipment, and delivering diagnostic reports to physicians.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform and schedule a variety of sleep studies including PSG, MSLT, and MWT

• Score, evaluate, and archive polysomnograms according to established protocols

• Operate, calibrate, and maintain sleep lab equipment ensuring optimal functionality

• Monitor patients throughout testing to ensure accuracy, comfort, and safety

• Prepare comprehensive reports for physicians and referring providers

• Consult with healthcare providers, home care companies, and patients regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, and outcomes

• Provide patient education about sleep disorders, procedures, and post-study expectations

• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with medical necessity and insurance documentation requirements

• Support the mission and philosophy of the facility and adhere to departmental policies and safety procedures

• Assist in quality improvement (QI) activities and ongoing clinical training

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care program or NBRC certification

• RPSGT certification or ability to obtain within one year of hire

• Working knowledge of patient age-specific care

• Proficient in administering oxygen therapy, CPAP, BiPAP, and other positive-pressure breathing devices

• Skilled in performing EKG, aerosol therapy, EEG, pulmonary function testing, and arterial blood gas analysis (if certified)

• Knowledge of patient safety standards, infection control, and emergency response protocols

Preferred Skills:

• Prior experience in sleep lab or respiratory care

RPSGT certified or can obtain within one year. Experienced operating PSG, MSLT, and MWT equipment. Skilled in patient monitoring, reporting, and equipment maintenance