Sleep Technologist II, full time

NYU Langone Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Sleep Technologist II to join their innovative team. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in Polysomnography to provide exceptional care to both clinical and research patients. Your responsibilities will include diagnosing sleep disorders, conducting mask fittings, and training staff on new technologies. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the field of sleep medicine while working alongside a team of professionals committed to improving patient outcomes. If you are passionate about sleep health and eager to contribute to groundbreaking research, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Expertise in performing Polysomnography for clinical and research patients.
• Familiarity with sleep disorder medications and their interactions.

Responsibilities

• Recognizing and diagnosing apneas during NPSG.
• Performing mask fittings and writing protocols.

Skills

Polysomnography

Sleep Hygiene Techniques

Patient Communication

Education

Certification in Sleep Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences

Tools

Data Storage Systems

Job description

Position Summary:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Sleep Technologist II. Under general supervision of the Director, the successful candidate will demonstrate significant expertise in performing all aspects of Polysomnography for both clinical and research patients. The technologist should be familiar with commonly used drugs to manage sleep disorders, recognize interactions that could adversely affect patients, and communicate this to the appropriate medical personnel. They should also have a good working knowledge of sleep hygiene techniques to reinforce recommendations made during consultations. Responsibilities include recognizing and diagnosing apneas during NPSG, performing mask fittings, writing and adapting protocols, scoring data, training staff on new equipment, and transferring data to storage systems.