Sleep Lab Tech

CRESTWOOD MEDICAL CENTER; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Educational Assistance

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Paid Time Off Available

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Huntsville, Alabama, is seeking a Sleep Lab Technologist responsible for conducting evaluations and treatments of sleep disorders. The ideal candidate will have experience in polysomnography, relevant certifications, and strong communication skills. This full-time role involves working independently to ensure accurate data collection and quality patient care, with various diagnostic procedures involved.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in polysomnography or a related area of sleep study required.
• Knowledge of effective patient care protocols.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations and treatments of sleep disorders.
• Collect, analyze, and integrate patient data.
• Prepare, calibrate, and adjust sleep lab equipment.
• Monitor quality of polysomnographic data acquisition.
• Implement patient-specific therapeutic interventions.

Skills

Knowledge of polysomnographic techniques and diagnostic procedures

Skill in analyzing physiological data

Attention to detail

Effective communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

RPSGT - Registered Polysomnographic Technologist certification

BCLS - Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Sleep Lab Technologist

Position Type: Full Time Nights

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching
• Educational Assistance
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Paid Time Off Available

Job Summary

The Sleep Lab Technician is responsible for conducting comprehensive evaluations and treatments of sleep disorders, which may include polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services, or patient care and education. The Sleep Lab Technician works under general supervision and provides essential support to the Sleep Lab team, ensuring quality patient care and accurate data collection.

Essential Functions

• Collects, analyzes, and integrates patient data to determine specific testing parameters, working closely with the ordering physician or clinical director.
• Prepares, calibrates, and adjusts sleep lab equipment as necessary to ensure proper functioning.
• Applies electrodes and sensors per accepted standards, performs physiological calibrations, and conducts PAP mask fitting.
• Conducts various tests following procedural protocols, such as Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT), Maintenance of Wakefulness Test (MWT), and oxygen titration, ensuring accurate data collection.
• Monitors the quality of polysomnographic data acquisition, identifying and resolving artifacts to maintain signal integrity.
• Documents sleep stages, clinical events, and significant occurrences during procedures to support scoring and interpretation.
• Implements patient-specific therapeutic interventions, including PAP, bi-level PAP, and oxygen administration as appropriate.
• Scores sleep stages and clinical events according to professional guidelines, generating accurate reports for physician review.
• Provides age‑specific care in the treatment, assessment, and education of a diverse patient population.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in polysomnography or a related area of sleep study required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of polysomnographic techniques and diagnostic procedures.
• Skill in analyzing physiological data and recognizing abnormalities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols.
• Effective communication skills for patient interaction and data documentation.
• Ability to work independently within the scope of the role, ensuring patient safety and data accuracy.

Licenses and Certifications

• RPSGT - Registered Polysomnographic Technologist certification from the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required

State Specific Requirements

• Arizona: Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM) certification, or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)/Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT) with Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS) designation required within 6 months of hire. Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license preferred.