Registered Polysomnography Technologist Level II
Company: University Hospitals
Location: Chardon
Posted on: March 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Description A Brief Overview $10,000.00 sign-on
bonus for eligible external hires Registered Polysomnography
Technologist- Level II performs polysomnography, diagnostic and
therapeutic services, Home Sleep Apnea Testing, patient care and
education and works under the general supervision of the Supervisor
and Medical Directors to provide comprehensive evaluation and
treatment of sleep disorders. May serve as a preceptor to PSG
Trainee and/or Technician in all age groups and settings. May need
to travel to various sleep lab locations based on department needs
to cover patient care and other duties as assigned. What You Will
Do Perform appropriate scoring of both adult and pediatric sleep
studies. Perform testing procedures PSG, titration studies, MSLT,
MWT, PAP Nap, HSAT, other sleep procedures, and provide effective
respiratory care according to UHC Sleep Center protocols.
Identifies and corrects machine malfunctions. Collaborates with
Sleep Center staff, and members of other disciplines to ensure a
strong team and contribute to the achievement of the operational
goals of the assigned area. Provides education and age appropriate
care to patients and families through the entire age spectrum,
including 0 through 18 years, adults, and geriatric populations.
Takes responsibility for adherence to professional standards,
self-development, and participation in quality improvement
activities. Competent in the proper use of PPE. Additional
Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with
all policies and standards. For specific duties and
responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department
during orientation. Must abide by all requirements to safely and
securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our
patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies
and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in
the workplace. Qualifications Education High School Equivalent /
GED (Required) Associate's Degree 2-4 year degree program
(Preferred) Work Experience 2 years Registered Polysomnographic
Technologist (or equivalent) with documented proficiency in all
competencies required of a Technologist with a minimum of 24 months
direct sleep patient care experience. (Required) Knowledge, Skills,
& Abilities Proficient knowledge of scoring requirements following
AASM Standards. (Required proficiency) Knowledge of scope of
practice and thorough understanding of the basics of patient
monitoring and care delivery. Good interpersonal skills. (Required
proficiency) Uses a wide variety of technical equipment to meet
patient needs and prescribed medical therapies; (Required
proficiency) has a command of the sleep-induced changes in the
physiology of various body systems; (Required proficiency) has a
working knowledge of the physiological and behavioral aberrations
associated with sleep/arousal pathology and be capable of rapid
interpretation of various tracings as to be able to intervene
during a study. (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications
Certification by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic
Technologists (BRPT) or equivalent (Required) Physical Demands
Standing Frequently Walking Frequently Sitting Rarely Lifting
Frequently up to 50 lbs Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs Pushing
Frequently up to 50 lbs Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs Climbing
Occasionally up to 50 lbs Balancing Occasionally Stooping
Frequently Kneeling Frequently Crouching Frequently Crawling
Occasionally Reaching Frequently Handling Frequently Grasping
Frequently Feeling Constantly Talking Constantly Hearing Constantly
Repetitive Motions Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly
Travel Requirements 50% up to 50% travel based on assignment
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