Polysomnographer

Job Summary:

The Polysomnographer / Sleep Technician is responsible for conducting respiratory and neuro diagnostic procedures related to sleep studies in a short-term acute care setting. This role involves performing polysomnography tests, monitoring patients during sleep studies, and ensuring accurate data collection for diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders. The position requires a valid Oregon license or certification and involves working in a fast-paced hospital environment with collaboration across multiple units.

• Perform polysomnographic testing and monitoring of patients during sleep studies.
• Collect and analyze physiological data related to respiratory and neuro diagnostics.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort throughout diagnostic procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation using the hospital's electronic medical systems.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support patient care and treatment planning.
• Adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in orientation and training programs as required.

• Current Oregon state license or certification as a Polysomnographer / Sleep Technician.
• Ability to pass the Oregon State Law & Rules Exam and complete fingerprinting requirements.
• Experience with polysomnography and sleep diagnostic procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and data entry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Experience working in a hospital or acute care environment.
• Familiarity with Epic charting system.
• Ability to float between units as needed.
• Knowledge of scrub color protocols for various clinical areas.

• No on-call requirements.
• Weekend work required, including Friday night shifts extending into Saturday morning.
• Block scheduling is required with expected staffing ratios of 2:1.
• Orientation includes a reduced non-billable period of zero hours versus standard 40 hours.
• Compliance with Oregon state licensing procedures, including fingerprinting and in-office exam completion, is mandatory.

• Work schedule includes weekend shifts with specific Friday night to Saturday morning coverage.
• Block schedules are implemented to manage staffing and shift assignments.
• Shifts and unit assignments may vary, with some floating expected.