Sleep Technologist- Nights

Community Health Systems; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) matching

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Indiana seeks a Sleep Technologist to administer sleep studies under physician direction, diagnose sleep disorders, and score records for accurate clinical evaluation.

You will perform patient assessments, collect and transmit specimens as needed, maintain equipment, and educate patients about procedures during the 36-hour weekly night shift.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct sleep studies per protocols under Medical Director, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Perform and document patient assessments before and during sleep studies.
• Score sleep records per guidelines and communicate findings to physicians.
• Collect and transmit biological specimens for analysis with proper procedures.
• Document results and patient data in compliance with policies and standards.
• Maintain and calibrate sleep study equipment; report malfunctions.
• Educate patients about sleep studies and procedures to promote understanding.

Skills

Sleep study scoring

Physiological data interpretation

Patient care

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Equipment maintenance

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