Sleep Study Technologist — Polysomnography Expert

Romehosp; City of Rome (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rome Health is seeking a Polysomnographer to perform overnight sleep studies for the diagnosis of sleep disorders in Rome, NY. The role includes patient preparation, sensor application, monitoring, data scoring, and reporting to physicians. CPAP/BiPAP titration may be performed and a focus on patient safety is essential.

Required NYS Respiratory Therapist licensure and BLS; 1 year sleep lab experience preferred. Willingness to pursue RPSGT within one year of hire is expected.

Qualifications

• Licensed professional in NY (RRT/RN/LPN/Polysomnographer).
• Willing to become RPSGT within 12 months of hire.
• 1 year sleep lab experience preferred but not mandatory.
• NYS RT Licensure and BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for overnight sleep studies and explain procedures.
• Apply and monitor sensors measuring EEG, EOG, EMG, ECG, respiration, oxygen, and movements.
• Monitor patients during studies and recognize abnormal events.
• Operate polysomnography and related sleep-monitoring equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment or signal problems as they arise.
• Document and score sleep-study data per established guidelines.
• Perform or assist CPAP/BiPAP titration when ordered.
• Maintain patient safety and comfort during the study.
• Prepare accurate reports for physicians or sleep specialists.

Skills

Sleep studies

Patient prep

Equipment monitoring

Safety procedures

Education

Licensed Professional - RRT/RN/LPN/Polysomnographer

Willingness to pursue RPSGT within 1 year

Job description

Rome Health is seeking a Polysomnographer to perform overnight sleep studies for the diagnosis of sleep disorders in Rome, NY. The role includes patient preparation, sensor application, monitoring, data scoring, and reporting to physicians. CPAP/BiPAP titration may be performed and a focus on patient safety is essential.

Required NYS Respiratory Therapist licensure and BLS; 1 year sleep lab experience preferred. Willingness to pursue RPSGT within one year of hire is expected.