Polysomnographer

Polysomnographer

The Polysomnographer is responsible for providing high-quality patient care through the comprehensive evaluation, testing, and treatment of sleep disorders. Working under the general supervision of the Sleep Supervisor, this role performs diagnostic and therapeutic sleep studies, monitors patient responses, and provides education to patients and families regarding sleep health. The Polysomnographer plays an important role in improving patients' quality of life by ensuring accurate data collection, maintaining patient safety and comfort, and supporting effective treatment plans.

This position may also provide guidance and supervision to other sleep laboratory personnel while promoting excellence in patient care and clinical outcomes.

As the Polysomnographer, you make a meaningful difference in patients' lives by helping identify and treat sleep disorders that affect their overall health, safety, and well-being. Through your expertise, attention to detail, and compassionate care, you provide accurate diagnostic information, support effective treatment plans, and educate patients on improving their sleep health. Your work directly contributes to better clinical outcomes, enhanced quality of life, and a positive patient experience.

• Perform patient preparation, equipment setup, hook-ups, monitoring, and data acquisition for all sleep laboratory procedures in accordance with department policies and standards established by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM).
• Conduct a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic sleep studies, including standard polysomnography (PSG), PSG with seizure montage, CPAP and BiPAP titration studies, oxygen titration studies, Multiple Sleep Latency Tests (MSLT), and Maintenance of Wakefulness Tests (MWT).
• Monitor patient safety, comfort, and physiological responses throughout testing procedures while providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Recognize, document, and respond appropriately to patient needs and significant physiological events during testing.

• Score and interpret sleep study data according to established guidelines outlined in the AASM Manual for the Scoring of Sleep and Associated Events.
• Accurately complete patient records, clinical documentation, and related reports in a timely manner.
• Assist with the maintenance, organization, storage, and retrieval of patient records, sleep study data, sleep diaries, billing documentation, correspondence, and other departmental records.
• Ensure all documentation complies with regulatory, accreditation, confidentiality, and organizational standards.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment by stocking, cleaning, and maintaining sleep laboratory equipment, patient care areas, storerooms, and work spaces.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance, calibration checks, troubleshooting, and report equipment issues as appropriate.
• Assist in evaluating new equipment, technologies, and supplies to support quality patient care and operational efficiency.

• Assist the Supervisor and Medical Director with the development, implementation, and evaluation of orientation, education, competency, and training programs.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and clinical support to new employees, students, and other staff members under the direction of department leadership.
• Maintain current knowledge of sleep medicine practices, AASM standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and performance improvement activities under the direction of the Supervisor and Medical Director.
• Support departmental goals by contributing to process improvement efforts, compliance initiatives, and patient satisfaction activities.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, healthcare providers, and interdisciplinary team members to promote positive patient outcomes.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support the mission and operations of the Sleep Center.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or…