Sleep Tech

Cambridge Health Alliance; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Cambridge Health Alliance Sleep Laboratory at CHA Somerville Campus is seeking Sleep Technicians/Respiratory Therapists for a per diem daytime role. The team conducts diagnostic sleep testing, including PSG studies, sleep technologist tasks and CPAP titration, ensuring high-quality patient care.

The ideal candidate has accredited sleep technology or respiratory therapy education and relevant credentials, with a commitment to patient safety and continuous quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Accredited program leading to a certificate or associate degree in Sleep Technology or Respiratory Therapy.
• Credentials: RST, RPSGT, SDS or RRT as applicable.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic sleep tests including in-lab PSG studies, HSTs and MSLTs.
• Perform CPAP titrations and scoring with reporting for CHA patients.
• Collaborate with Pulmonary department to ensure quality and safety.

Skills

Sleep care

Patient interactions

Education

Certificate or Associate degree in Sleep Technology or Respiratory Therapy

Tools

Sleep study equipment

Job description

Location

CHA Somerville Campus

Category

Allied Health

Department

Respiratory Care SH

Job Type

Per Diem

Union Name

Non Union

Work Schedule

Day

Length Of Shift(s) In Hours

10 hr shifts

Shift Details

M-Thursday 7-5pm

Hours/Week

0.00

Weekend Requirements

N/A

Holiday Requirements

n/a

On Call Requirements

N/A

Department Description

The CHA Sleep Laboratory operating under the medical direction of the Pulmonary department, provides comprehensive Sleep Services at the Cambridge Health Alliance Somerville and Everett campuses.

Job Summary

Our dedicated team of Sleep Technicians and Registered Respiratory Therapists provides diagnostic tests, including in-lab PSG studies, HSTs, CPAP titrations, MSLTs, scoring, and reporting services. We are committed to customer satisfaction, effective resource utilization, teamwork, and continuous quality improvement, ensuring the highest standard of Sleep Studies for our CHA patients.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Successful completion of an accredited Sleep Technology or Respiratory Therapy educational program leading to a certificate or associate degree.
• One of the following credentials is required: Registered Sleep Technologist (RST), Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT), or Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS) credential, or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Certifications: Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification
• Previous Experience: One year polysomnography experience with pediatric, adult and geriatric patients preferred.

Please note that the final offer may vary within the listed Pay Range, based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.

Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA.

Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.

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