Polysomnography Technician (Sleep Tech)

Job Title: Polysomnography Technician (Sleep Tech)
Job ID: 88757
Location: Hermiston, Oregon


Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Polysomnography Technician to join our team. In this role, you will perform comprehensive sleep studies, provide exceptional patient care, and contribute to accurate diagnoses that improve lives. If you enjoy working independently, utilizing advanced technology, and making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.


What you will be doing:
Sleep Study Operations

• Perform comprehensive overnight polysomnography studies on adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

• Prepare patients for testing by explaining procedures and ensuring comfort throughout the study.

• Apply electrodes utilizing the International 10-20 System or department-approved standards.

• Monitor and acquire physiologic data throughout the sleep study while maintaining patient safety.

• Recognize and respond appropriately to clinical events, equipment issues, and patient needs.

Scoring & Data Analysis

• Score and interpret sleep studies, MSLTs, and MWTs in accordance with AASM guidelines.

• Identify and document sleep stages, respiratory events, cardiac rhythms, limb movements, and other physiological parameters.

• Distinguish artifact from physiological data and take appropriate corrective action.

• Complete staging and scoring accurately and within established turnaround times.

CPAP/BiPAP Therapy

• Fit and educate patients on CPAP and BiPAP equipment.

• Administer oxygen and positive airway pressure therapy as ordered by providers.

• Troubleshoot equipment and perform minor maintenance as needed.

Documentation & Collaboration

• Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation.

• Communicate effectively with physicians, respiratory therapists, nurses, and support staff.

• Participate in quality improvement activities, competency assessments, and continuing education.

• Assist with orientation and training of new staff when requested.

What you must have:

• Graduate of an accredited Polysomnography Program or Respiratory Therapy Program.

• One of the following credentials:

  • Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) through BRPT, or

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with Sleep Disorders Specialty (SDS) credential.

• Strong understanding of AASM scoring guidelines and sleep study protocols.

• Ability to work independently during overnight shifts.

Nice to have:

• Recent experience performing and scoring polysomnography studies.

• Experience with CPAP/BiPAP titrations and sleep lab software systems.

Other Information:

• Shift: 3x12-Hour Nights (6:00 PM – 6:00 AM)

• Schedule Options: Monday–Wednesday or Thursday–Saturday

• Contract Type: Local or Travel Assignment

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Consistent 3x12 overnight schedule with consecutive days off.

• Choice of Monday–Wednesday or Thursday–Saturday schedule.

• Opportunity to work with advanced sleep diagnostic equipment.

• Collaborative clinical environment focused on quality patient care.

• Excellent opportunity for both local and travel professionals.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. If you are selected to move forward in the process, we will contact you directly. If you do not hear from us, we encourage you to continue visiting our website for other roles that may be a good fit.


For more information about TEEMA and to consider other career opportunities, please visit our website at www.teemagroup.com