Sleep Technologist - Nights

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vis

401(k) matching

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Sleep Technologist to administer sleep studies under physician supervision to diagnose sleep disorders. You will conduct patient assessments, score records, document results, and assist with specimen collection.

Responsibilities include performing sleep studies per protocol, monitoring patients, calibrating equipment, and educating patients about procedures. This full-time night shift runs 6:00pm–6:00am, Monday to Wednesday at our Indiana facility.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in sleep technology or related field.
• RPSGT or CPSGT certification preferred; BCLS required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts sleep studies under Medical Director guidance, ensuring patient safety.
• Performs and documents comprehensive patient assessments during sleep studies.
• Scores sleep records accurately and communicates findings to physicians.
• Collects and transmits biological specimens as required.
• Documents results and patient data per policies and regulations.
• Maintains and calibrates sleep study equipment; reports malfunctions.
• Educates patients about sleep studies and procedures.

Skills

Sleep study scoring

Patient care

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Equipment maintenance

Tools

Sleep study equipment

Job description

Sleep Technologist

• Full-Time | 36 hours
• Nights | 6:00pm-6:00am
• Schedule | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) with matching
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Job Summary

The Sleep Technologist is responsible for administering sleep studies under the direction of a physician to diagnose the type and extent of sleep disorders. This role involves conducting routine patient assessments, scoring sleep records accurately, documenting results, and collecting and transmitting biological specimens for analysis.

Essential Functions

• Conducts sleep studies in accordance with established protocols and under the direction of a Medical Director, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the procedure.
• Performs and documents comprehensive patient assessments prior to and during sleep studies, addressing patient needs and monitoring physiological data.
• Scores sleep records accurately, adhering to guidelines and standards, and communicates findings to physicians for diagnostic evaluation.
• Collects and transmits biological specimens for analysis, following proper procedures and maintaining sample integrity.
• Documents test results and patient data thoroughly, ensuring compliance with departmental policies and regulatory standards.
• Maintains and calibrates sleep study equipment, troubleshooting and reporting any malfunctions to ensure effective operation.
• Provides patient education about sleep studies and explains procedures, promoting understanding and comfort.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in sleep technology or a related field required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in scoring sleep studies and interpreting physiological data.
• Strong patient care and assessment skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of sleep study equipment and maintenance procedures.

Licenses and Certifications

• RPSGT - Registered Polysomnographic Technologist required or
• CPSGT - Certified Polysomnographic Technician required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required