Sleep Technologist Trainee at The Insomnia and Sleep Institute of Arizona – Gilbert, Arizona

The Sleep (Polysomnographic) Trainee develops competency in and performs basic sleep testing procedures and related interventions. This position works under the direct supervision of a Sleep Technician or Sleep Technologist and follows established sleep center policies and protocols.

• Review patient history and verify medical orders.
• Follow Sleep Center protocols for all sleep studies.
• Verify patient identity, collect required documentation, and obtain informed consent and PHI authorization.
• Explain sleep study procedures and orient patients for in-center testing or Home Sleep Apnea Testing (HSAT).
• Select, prepare, and verify proper functioning of sleep study equipment.
• Prepare patients for testing, including electrode and sensor application according to published standards and facility protocols.

• Conduct sleep studies following established protocols, including PSG, PAP titration, MSLT, parasomnia studies, and related tests.
• Perform pre-test calibrations and make necessary signal adjustments.
• Establish and document baseline measurements during “Lights Out” procedures.
• Monitor data acquisition throughout the study to ensure signal quality and identify/correct artifacts.
• Document sleep stages, clinical events, procedural changes, and other significant observations.
• Assist with patient safety actions and therapeutic interventions as needed.
• Complete “Lights On” procedures and post-test documentation, including patient questionnaires.

• Recognize sleep versus wake states and identify common clinical events.
• Provide age-appropriate care, assessment, and patient education.
• Prepare HSAT equipment, download data, and provide patient instruction for home studies.
• Follow all cleaning, disinfection, and infection control procedures.

• Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and accreditation standards.
• Maintain current CPR or BCLS certification.
• Demonstrate basic computer proficiency.
• Exhibit effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Provide professional, courteous, and patient-centered customer service.
• Adhere to HIPAA requirements and all sleep center policies and procedures.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of required education modules within designated timeframes.
• Ability to meet 90-day competency standards.

• Frequent standing, use of hands and fingers, climbing/balancing, and communication.
• Occasional walking, sitting, and kneeling.
• Regular lifting up to 10 pounds; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Required visual abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Exposure to cleaning and disinfecting chemicals and potential contact with infectious agents, including blood-borne pathogens.

This role is ideal for individuals interested in building a career in sleep medicine while gaining hands-on clinical experience in a supportive and supervised environment.