Polysomnographer

Job Summary:

The Polysomnographer / Sleep Technician is responsible for conducting respiratory and neurodiagnostic sleep studies in a short-term acute care setting. This role involves performing sleep diagnostics to assist in patient evaluation and treatment planning. The technician will work in a dynamic environment requiring adherence to licensing requirements and collaboration with clinical teams to ensure quality patient care.

• Perform polysomnographic studies and other neurodiagnostic tests according to established protocols.
• Monitor patients during sleep studies to collect accurate data for diagnosis.
• Maintain and calibrate diagnostic equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Document patient data and test results accurately in electronic health records.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support patient care and treatment planning.
• Adhere to hospital policies and procedures, including infection control and patient safety standards.
• Provide patient education regarding sleep study procedures and expectations.

• Current Polysomnography license or certification in hand as required by Oregon state law.
• Completion of the Oregon State Law & Rules Exam for Polysomnographers.
• Ability to pass fingerprinting and background checks as part of licensing requirements.
• Experience with respiratory and neurodiagnostic testing equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow diagnostic protocols accurately.

• Prior experience working in a hospital or acute care setting.
• Familiarity with Epic electronic health record system.
• Experience with patient education and communication in sleep diagnostics.

• No on-call requirements.
• Must be licensed and compliant with Oregon state regulations including fingerprinting and law exam completion.
• Work includes weekend shifts; Friday night shifts extend into Saturday morning.
• Block scheduling is required with a 2:1 shift ratio.
• Orientation period is non-billable and reduced from standard hours.

• Block schedules with weekend coverage including Friday night to Saturday morning shifts.
• Shift assignments may vary; floating between units is not required.
• Typical shift patterns follow hospital staffing needs with a 2:1 ratio.