Therapy - Sleep Tech

Cynet Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking a Night shift Sleep Tech for a 13-week contract in New Haven, CT. The role requires setup, calibration, and monitoring of sleep studies, including EEG electrodes, CPAP titration, and data interpretation under physician direction.

The candidate should have at least 1 year in polysomnography, with BLS and RPSGT/RST certifications preferred. Independent lab experience and infection control practices are prioritized.

Qualifications

• Experience with polysomnography testing and sleep tech procedures.
• Familiarity with PSG scoring and CPAP titration.
• Infection control practices in a clinical sleep lab.
• Patient education and safety during sleep studies.

Responsibilities

• Set up and calibrate monitoring equipment and computer interfaces.
• Place EEG electrodes and secure transducers for airflow, O2, capnography.
• Monitor patients and record events during sleep studies.
• Notify supervisor of urgent issues and assist physician as directed.

Skills

Polysomnography

MSLT

CPAP titration

PSG scoring

Infection control

Tools

Sleep study equipment

Job description

Therapy - Sleep Tech

Profession: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics

Specialty: Polysomnography

Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: Night

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: Minimum 1 Year

License: Not Required

Certifications: BLS, RPSGT, RST

Must-Have:

• End-Tidal CO2 monitoring
• Adult Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT)
• PSG scoring
• Independent Lab experience
• Infection control
• Patient education

Description:This role involves working independently with minimal orientation.The position requires setting up and calibrating monitoring equipment, including computer interfaces.Candidates will measure and apply appropriate EEG electrodes and secure recording transducers to measure airflow, respiratory effort, oximetry, and capnography.Physiological calibration must be performed prior to sleep onset and after awakening.Recognizing and recording clinical and physiological events during polysomnography is vital.Candidates will initiate and titrate nasal CPAP therapy under the direction of a physician, following established protocols.Quality standards must be met throughout all patient testing procedures.It is essential to ensure cleanliness in the work area daily while practicing universal infection control procedures.The position includes recognizing and appropriately responding to patients' medical problems and physiological events.Candidates will notify the medical director in case of any urgent issues and administer Client oxygen or basic life support as needed.The daily census for the unit will involve adult and geriatric patients.Management/lead experience is preferred.Experience with various monitoring systems and procedures will be necessary.