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Major Hospital

Sleep Lab Technician

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What they do

A Sleep Laboratory Technician, also known as a polysomnographic technician, performs tests and collects data on patients with sleep disorders. Responsible for giving patients explanations of the impending sleep tests and procedures, preparing equipment for the procedures, recording activities and analyzing results - all while working under the advisement of a clinical director and/or sleep technologist.

$65,783 / year median in Indiana

+4% projected growth

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Job Description

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Sleep Lab Tech Job Summary:
A sleep lab technician works under physician supervision to prepare patients, operate monitoring equipment, and record physiological data during overnight or daytime diagnostic testing for conditions like sleep apnea
Key Responsibilities:
Patient Preparation:
Explain testing steps, review medical history, and attach sensors (EEG, EKG, and breathing monitors).
Monitoring:
Watch vital signs and sleep patterns in real-time; apply therapies like CPAP or BiPAP when needed.
Data & Equipment:
Calibrate testing devices, troubleshoot technical problems, and record accurate clinical data.
Post-Study Duties:
Disconnect patients, score sleep records, and compile reports for physician review.
Qualifications:
CPSGT or
RPSGT RRT BLS/CPR
Education:
High school diploma or GED; completion of a specialized polysomnography program is preferred.
Pillars of Excellence:
Delivering Quality Clinical Outcomes Providing a Quality Customer Experience Recruiting, developing and retaining Quality People Applying Quality Financial Practices Promoting and embracing Enterprise Wide Growth