Somnologist
Job in
Fernan Lake Village, Kootenai County, Idaho, USA
Listed on 2026-10-07
Listing for:
Commonwealth Medical Services
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-07
Job specializations:
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Doctor/Physician
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Sleep Medicine Physician (Somnologist) – MD/DOPosition Summary
The Sleep Medicine Physician (Somnologist) provides comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and management of sleep disorders in adult and/or pediatric patients. This role focuses on improving patient health and quality of life through evidence-based treatment of sleep-related conditions, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and oversight of sleep diagnostic testing.
Key Responsibilities- Evaluate and diagnose sleep disorders, including obstructive sleep apnea, insomnia, hypersomnia, narcolepsy, circadian rhythm disorders, parasomnias, and restless leg syndrome
- Interpret sleep studies, including polysomnography, home sleep apnea testing (HSAT), and multiple sleep latency testing (MSLT)
- Develop and manage individualized treatment plans, including CPAP/BiPAP therapy, oral appliances, behavioral therapy, and pharmacologic management
- Provide outpatient clinic consultations and follow-up care
- Collaborate with pulmonology, neurology, psychiatry, ENT, and primary care providers as needed
- Educate patients and families on sleep health, treatment options, and therapy adherence
- Supervise and collaborate with sleep technologists and allied health staff
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant medical documentation in the electronic health record
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adherence to accreditation and regulatory standards
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- Completion of an accredited residency program (e.g., Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Neurology, Pulmonology, Psychiatry, or Pediatrics)
- Completion of an accredited Sleep Medicine fellowship
- Board eligible or board certified in Sleep Medicine
- Active or eligible state medical license
- DEA registration or eligibility
- Expertise in diagnosing and managing a wide range of sleep disorders
- Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic interpretation skills
- Excellent communication and patient education abilities
- Commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based care
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment
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