Sleep Lab Tech - $10K Sign-on + Relocation Assistance (Nights) - RPSGT certified by BRPT

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10K Sign-on bonus

$ Relocation Incentive

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Match

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Benefits Package

100% Licensure/Certification Reimburse

Tuition Reimbursement

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.

The role requires precise electrode placement, calibration of equipment, monitoring, scoring sleep stages, and

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in polysomnography or a related area of sleep study required.
• RPSGT certification or equivalent required within 6 months of hire (per state requirements).
• BCLS certification required to ensure patient safety during procedures.

Responsibilities

• Collects, analyzes, and integrates patient data to determine testing parameters.
• Prepares, calibrates, and adjusts sleep lab equipment for proper functioning.
• Applies electrodes and sensors and conducts PAP mask fitting.
• Conducts tests such as MSLT, MWT, and oxygen titration with accurate data collection.
• Monitors data quality and resolves artifacts to maintain signal integrity.
• Documents sleep stages and events to support scoring and reporting.

Skills

Polysomnography basics

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

RPSGT certification

BCLS certification

Job description

Sleep Lab Tech

Full Time - Flexible Schedule

Nights

Benefits

• $10K Sign-on bonus


• $ Relocation Incentive


• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance


• Life Insurance


• Pet Insurance


• Paid Time Off


• 401(k) with Match


• Competitive Salary


• Comprehensive Benefits Package


• 100% Licensure/Certification Reimbursement


• Tuition Reimbursement

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.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.