Sleep Technician Trainee

TriState Health; Clarkston (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Flexible Health Spending Account

403(b) with matching

Job summary

TriState Health in Clarkston, WA is seeking a Sleep Tech Trainee to develop skills for overnight sleep studies under supervision of an RPSGT. This entry-level role emphasizes hands-on patient care and independent study, with a focus on achieving BRPT certification while accruing clinical hours. The position is nighttime.

The trainee will complete A-STEP modules (paid by TriState Health) and study to pass the RPSGT exam within 12–18 months of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Successful completion of a Polysomnographic training course to become state licensed and/or nationally accredited within 12-18 months.
• CNA license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn to prepare and calibrate polysomnographic equipment.
• Apply electrodes and sensors to patients following established AASM standards.
• Monitor patients overnight and document respiratory or EKG events.
• Troubleshoot equipment and data signals.
• Complete A-STEP online self-study modules.
• Study medical terminology, anatomy, and sleep-wake scoring rules.
• Track and document clinical hours to meet BRPT certification pathways.

Skills

Motivation

BLS Certification

Technical Skills

Overnight Shifts

Education

High school or GED

Polysomnographic training

CNA license (preferred)

Tools

Polysomnographic equipment

A-STEP modules

Job description

Why Join Us?
This role provides a clear career path into a high-demand medical field. We provide the clinical environment and mentorship, but you drive your advancement toward becoming a registered professional.

The starting wage for this position as a Trainee is $20.00/hour + $5.00/hour Night Shift differential. Once the employee obtains state licensure the wage increases to a Registered Tech wage range of $27.00 - $39.65 per hour + Night Shift differential.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated Sleep Tech Trainee to join our team. This is an entry-level position where you will develop the technical skills necessary to perform overnight sleep studies (polysomnography) under the supervision of a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT).
Success in this role requires a unique blend of hands-on patient care and rigorous independent study. You will be expected to proactively complete required educational modules and prepare for professional board certification while gaining clinical hours. This is a nighttime position .

The Sleep Tech trainee will complete the A-Step modules through the AASM (paid for by TriState Health). Study independently for, take and pass the the RPSGT exam, within 12 - 18 months of hire.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Training & Patient Care:

• Learn to prepare and calibrate polysomnographic equipment.
• Apply electrodes and sensors to patients following established AASM standards.
• Monitor patients overnight, documenting clinical events such as respiratory issues or EKG abnormalities.
• Perform routine troubleshooting of equipment and data signals.
• Proactively complete A-STEP (Accredited Sleep Technologist Education Program) online self-study modules.
• Independently study medical terminology, anatomy, and sleep-wake scoring rules.
• Track and document clinical hours to meet BRPT certification pathways.

Education and Training:

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Successful completion of a Polysomnographic training course in order to become state licensed and/or nationally accredited with documented proficiency in all required competencies, within 12-18 months of hire.
• CNA license, preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Motivation: Must be a self-directed learner capable of managing a rigorous study schedule outside of clinical shifts.
• Certifications: Ability to obtain and maintain a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare workers.
• Technical Skills: Basic computer proficiency and the ability to learn complex medical software.
• Availability: Must be able to work 12 hour overnight shifts.

Benefit Summary for part-time employees:

• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Health Spending Account and Dependent Care Spending Account
• Retirement - 403(b) with matching contributions

TriState Health is located in Clarkston, WA, which is nestled within the Lewis Clark Valley. The Lewis Clark Valley is a hidden gem, located at the confluence of the Snake and Clearwater Rivers and at the mouth of Hells Canyon, America’s deepest river gorge. With a mild climate and a four-seasons environment, the valley offers a wide variety of year-round family friendly happenings. Spend time boating on the river, hiking, skiing at nearby resorts, savoring delicious wines and cuisines, attending sporting events, and more! Enjoy life at your pace, your way, in the beautiful Lewis Clark Valley.

Our Mission:Your Health Is Our First Priority!

Our Vision:We place the healthcare needs of our community first by partnering to bring care beyond our walls through innovative technology and collaboration. We are a regional healthcare leader and employer of choice, delivering the highest quality of care to facilitate health, healing, and wellbeing throughout our community and those we touch.

Our Values:

Quality.Through teamwork, we strive to continuously improve our quality of care and service.

Compassion.We are the caretakers of our community and we treat each patient, partner, and team member with a tender touch and an unparalleled level of care.

Respect.We create a culture of respect by engaging professional staff who demonstrates respect for each other, our patients, and their families.

Collaboration.We seek healthy partnerships – both within and outside our walls – to build teams that deliver the highest quality of care.

Innovation.We embrace and integrate new ideas and technology to improve our community’s health and wellness.

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