POLYSOMNOGRAPHIC TECHNICIAN

A Polysomnographic Technician performs comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders, including in-center and home sleep apnea testing, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, comprehensive patient care and direct patient education under the general supervision of a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) and/or the Board-Certified Sleep Physician.

Education Minimum Level of Education Required:

High School Diploma Additional requirements: § Type of degree: N/A § Area of study or major: N/A § Preferred educational qualifications: Basic Medical Terminology, moderate computer skillsBasic Medical Terminology, moderate computer skillsBasic Medical Terminology, moderate computer skillsBasic medical terminology, moderate computer skillsBasic Medical Terminology, moderate computer skills Position specific testing requirement: Must be enrolled in and have completed the A-STEP Online Self Study Modules within two years of enrollment. Or Must be enrolled in or have completed training in polysomnography in a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) program with the polysomnography option. The Registry exam must be passed within one year of completion of the A-Step program. Must also participate in at least 30 credits (averaged 10 per year over the past 36 months) of sleep related continuing education credits.