Sleep Tech - Pulmonary - 139484

University of California San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 5,342,332 - 6,641,409; Full time

Job summary

University of California San Diego is seeking a Sleep Technologist to provide evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders in La Jolla. Responsibilities include conducting polysomnographic studies, calibrating medical equipment, and supporting patient care. A successful candidate should have a certification in polysomnography, licensure as a Polysomnographic Technologist, and one year of relevant experience. The position offers an hourly pay range of $38.78 - $48.21 and requires variable work hours.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a polysomnography program.
• Medical Board of California Licensure required.
• One year of experience in Sleep/Pulmonary clinics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders.
• Calibrate medical equipment and apply EEG electrodes.
• Analyze and score polysomnographic recordings.

Skills

Polysomnography techniques

Patient education

Medical equipment calibration

EEG electrode application

Troubleshooting HST devices

Documenting sleep stages

Education

Polysomnography certification

Medical Board of California Licensure

Job description

#139484 Sleep Tech - Pulmonary

Payroll Title: POLYSOMNOGRAPHY TCHNO SR

Department: FACULTY PRACTICE PULMONARY

Pay Scale: $38.78 - $48.21 / Hour

Location: La Jolla

Appointment Type: Career | Percent: 90% | Union: EX Contract | Openings: 1 | Work Schedule: Variable, 8 Hour Shifts, Variable

Filing Deadline: Thu 5/14/2026

DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Sleep Manager, Supervisor, or designated physician, the incumbent will provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. This includes conducting overnight and daytime polysomnographic studies, delivering diagnostic and therapeutic services, and supporting patient care and education.

• Calibrating medical equipment
• Applying EEG electrodes and setting up respiratory monitoring devices
• Administering unattended Home Sleep Tests (HST) and educating patients on procedures and expectations
• Analyzing and scoring polysomnographic recordings, documenting sleep stages, arousals, and respiratory events in accordance with established protocols
• Programming, downloading, and troubleshooting HST devices
• Assisting with PAP troubleshooting and mask fittings
• Supporting the operational needs of the sleep lab such as equipment maintenance, supply management, and onboarding new staff
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful completion of a polysomnography program, associated with a state licensed and/or a nationally accredited educational facility
• Medical Board of California Licensure for Polysomnographic Technologist or Respiratory Care Practitioner
• RPSGT, RST, or RRTSDS
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date
• One (1) year of experience working in Sleep/Pulmonary clinics
• Demonstrated experience performing various polysomnographic procedures
• Ability to score Polysomnographic results independently
• Experience preparing and calibrating medical equipment required for pulmonary testing to determine proper functioning and making adjustments as needed
• Experience documenting routine observations, including sleep stages and clinical events, changes in procedure, and other significant events in order to facilitate scoring and interpretation of polysomnographic results
• Experience implementing appropriate interventions, including actions necessary for patient safety and therapeutic intervention such as continuous and bi-level positive airway pressure, oxygen administration, etc

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Four (4) years of experience working in Sleep Lab
• Experience working in a pulmonary, sleep center or clinic

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical

PAY

Annual Full Pay Range: $80,973 - $100,662 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $38.78 - $48.21

EEO STATEMENTS

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace