Technician Trainee in Livingston, New Jersey at RWJBarnabas Health

Job Title: Technician Trainee

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Cardiac Catheter Lab

Req #: 0000256648

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $30.00 - $30.00 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Polysomnographic Technician Trainee – RWJBarnabas Health
At RWJBarnabas Health, Polysomnographic Technician Trainees play an important role in delivering exceptional sleep medicine services through compassionate patient care, technical excellence, and collaboration. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team dedicated to diagnosing and treating sleep disorders using advanced diagnostic technology and evidence-based practices. As a Polysomnographic Technician Trainee, you will gain hands-on clinical experience while performing comprehensive sleep studies under the direct supervision of a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means becoming part of a culture committed to clinical excellence, professional development, and improving the health and well-being of every patient we serve.

A typical day for a Polysomnographic Technician Trainee may include:

• Performing standard and complex polysomnographic recordings while monitoring and documenting physiological events throughout sleep studies
• Preparing patients for overnight sleep studies by explaining procedures, applying sensors, and ensuring patient comfort and safety
• Monitoring patients throughout diagnostic and therapeutic sleep procedures while recognizing and responding appropriately to clinical events
• Performing procedures within the scope of practice, including Multiple Sleep Latency Tests (MSLT), Maintenance of Wakefulness Tests (MWT), and study archiving
• Accurately documenting patient observations, equipment issues, supply needs, and any patient-related incidents during testing
• Assisting with daily sleep center operations, including answering phones, scheduling support, and completing clerical responsibilities
• Maintaining sleep laboratory equipment and ensuring diagnostic systems are functioning properly before and after patient studies
• Participating in new employee orientation and supporting a collaborative learning environment
• Performing sleep study scoring, when qualified, under the direction of the Sleep Center Manager/Coordinator
• Maintaining compliance with departmental policies, accreditation standards, patient safety guidelines, and quality improvement initiatives

This role might be for you if:

• You are passionate about helping patients improve their quality of life through the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders
• You enjoy working in a patient-focused environment that combines technology with compassionate care
• You have strong attention to detail and the ability to accurately monitor and document clinical data
• You thrive in a collaborative healthcare setting and communicate effectively with patients and interdisciplinary team members
• You are committed to learning new clinical skills and advancing your career in sleep medicine
• You remain calm, professional, and attentive during overnight patient care responsibilities
• You are dedicated to providing exceptional patient experiences while maintaining high standards of safety and quality

To be considered for this Polysomnographic Technician Trainee opportunity:

• You have successfully completed an A-STEP Sleep Technologist Training Program or are a graduate of an accredited sleep study program.
• You hold a New Jersey Polysomnographic Technician License.
• You are a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Registered EEG Technician with sleep experience, preferred.
• You maintain current BLS or CPR Certification.
• You are able to work under the direct supervision of a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist.
• You are committed to obtaining your Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) credential within 12 months of hire.