Sleep Technologist - Polysomnography & Patient Care

MedBridge Healthcare LLC; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Pivotal Health is seeking a Sleep Technologist to conduct overnight and daytime sleep studies in a clinical setting. You will operate specialized polysomnographic equipment to monitor brain activity, eye movements, muscle activity, heart rhythm, and breathing patterns, ensuring accurate data collection and patient comfort.

You will prepare patients, explain procedures, and adhere to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree or higher preferred.
• RPSGT certification or equivalent required.
• Experience conducting sleep studies or in a sleep laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Set up and calibrate polysomnographic equipment prior to testing.
• Monitor patients during sleep studies for data quality and safety.
• Collect and analyze EEG, EOG, EMG, ECG, respiration, and oximetry data.
• Prepare detailed reports for sleep physicians.
• Maintain patient records and comply with regulations and privacy standards.
• Educate patients about sleep study procedures and comfort.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to support patient care.

Skills

Flexible hours

Data interpretation

Patient communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or higher in a health field

Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field

Tools

Polysomnographic equipment

EMR systems

Job description

Pivotal Health is seeking a Sleep Technologist to conduct overnight and daytime sleep studies in a clinical setting. You will operate specialized polysomnographic equipment to monitor brain activity, eye movements, muscle activity, heart rhythm, and breathing patterns, ensuring accurate data collection and patient comfort.

You will prepare patients, explain procedures, and adhere to safety and quality standards.