Sleep Technician Trainee-Pediatric Sleep Lab

American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University Hospital is seeking candidates for a pediatric sleep lab training program in Durham, North Carolina. This 12 to 18 month apprenticeship involves hands-on experience in sleep studies, with a focus on patient care and technical skills. Applicants are required to have at least a high school diploma and will receive mentorship from clinical leaders.

Benefits

Duke shift differentials for various shifts

Qualifications

• Prerequisite coursework varies by program.
• Hospital or health system experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform responsibilities with service excellence towards patients and departments.
• Uphold departmental and organizational policies and procedures.
• Gain hands-on technical skills, including patient hook-up.

Skills

Service excellence

Technical skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States and is the number one hospital in North Carolina, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and features 1048 patient beds, 65 operating rooms, as well as comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

Location:

Duke Hospital (Pediatric Sleep Lab) Durham, North Carolina

Work Hours:

The training schedule for the first 90 days is:

• Fridays 11 am-11:30 pm
• Saturdays 6:30 pm-7 am
• Sundays 6:30 pm-7 am

During this period, you will work closely with a preceptor to gain hands-on technical skills, including patient hook-up and understanding raw data collected during sleep studies.

After 90 days, you can select three nights for your permanent schedule, either consecutively or split across the week. You should be able to perform two patient hook-ups and run two sleep studies independently. You will always work with an RPSGT to support clinical decisions. It is expected that you will sit for and pass the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists exam within 24 months of hire, with eligibility to sit in less than a year.

Duke shift differentials are applicable and include:

• $1.50/hr for Monday-Friday 6:30 pm-7 am (3rd shift)
• $1.10/hr for Friday 11 am-11:30 pm (2nd shift)
• $2.70/hr for Saturday/Sunday 6:30 pm-7 am (3rd shift)

Work Performed

• Goals and expectations will be clearly defined at program start.
• Perform responsibilities with service excellence towards patients, physicians, peers, and departments.
• Uphold departmental and organizational policies and procedures.
• The apprenticeship will reflect the needs of the organization, learning goals, and healthcare requirements.
• Participants will receive mentorship and support from clinical leaders.
• Program duration is typically 12 to 18 months.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED plus prerequisite coursework (varies by program)

Experience: Hospital or health system experience preferred; requirements vary by program.

Licenses, Certifications: Required licensure/certification varies by program.

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We foster a community built on collaboration, innovation, and respect, ensuring all members feel secure, valued, and heard.

Essential physical job functions may require specific abilities; accommodations will be provided upon request.