Polysomnography Technologist Clinical Research

Job Requirements Responsible for conducting research protocol-driven sleep diagnostic and therapeutic studies in accordance with American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) standards while supporting clinical research operations. This role assists with subject recruitment, informed consent support, data collection, and study coordination under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and the Clinical Research Manager. Maintains sound knowledge of study protocols/trials and ensures accurate study execution, subject safety, regulatory compliance, and high-quality data management in accordance with IRB, FDA, sponsor, and institutional requirements.

Primary Responsibilities:

Research Sleep Study Operations

• Independently perform overnight and daytime research polysomnography studies in accordance with AASM guidelines and study-specific protocols.
• Conduct and score multiple sleep latency test (MSLT), maintenance of wakefulness test (MWT), positive airway pressure (PAP) titration, oximetry, and other protocol-required sleep assessments
• Perform real-time monitoring and identify sleep pathology, cardiac arrhythmia, respiratory events, and emergent clinical conditions; initiate protocol-directed interventions (CPAP, BiPAP, ASV, oxygen therapy, etc.).
• Score sleep studies in accordance with AASM criteria and ensure accuracy of physiological data prior to submission.
• Prepare, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain sleep study equipment and acquisition systems.
• Monitor subjects for safety during research procedures and respond appropriately to medical events. Clinical Research Operations
• Review and interpret research protocols to ensure compliance with study objectives, endpoints, inclusion/exclusion criteria, and visit schedules.
• Lead subject recruitment, screening, and eligibility verification.
• Participates in and document the informed consent process in accordance with regulatory standards
• Collect, record, and enter accurate data into electronic data capture (EDC) systems and case report forms (CRFs).
• Identify, document, and report adverse events, protocol deviations, and safety concerns in a timely manner.
• Support sponsor communications, monitoring visits, audits, and query resolution.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support study and departmental operations. Work Experience
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical, or research setting