Polysom Technologist in Schenectady , New York at Ellis Medicine

Do you love to take care of people? Are you a team player that thrives on a diverse team of professionals? At Ellis Medicine, we believe that Communication, Collaboration and Compassion are essential to realizing our Mission to meet the health and wellness needs of our community with excellence. We are looking for a candidate for the Polysom Technologist position that shares these values.

What will you do as an Polysom Technologist?

• Collect patient history, verify orders, complete documentation, and educate patients about sleep studies
• Prepare and calibrate testing equipment; apply electrodes, sensors, and perform PAP mask fitting
• Conduct overnight polysomnographic testing, monitor signal quality, and document patient data and clinical events
• Implement interventions such as PAP therapy and oxygen administration (within licensure scope)
• Score sleep stages and clinical events and assist with generating accurate reports
• Maintain equipment, follow safety and infection‑control standards, and stay current with certifications (BCLS, CE credits)
• Provide age‑appropriate care to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients

What do you need to be an Polysom Technologist?

• Completion of a 2‑year polysomnography program or possession of the RPSGT credential
• State license/certification as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist
• Candidates with a Limited Permit may apply, but must work under direct supervision and obtain the RPSGT credential within one year of hire
• Ability to perform detailed clinical monitoring, patient communication, and equipment troubleshooting
• Strong documentation and patient‑care skills

Ellis Medicine is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will prohibit, discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, prior arrest or conviction record, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decisions, domestic violence victim status, known relationship or association with any member of a protected class, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law violates federal, state and, where applicable, local laws , reproductive health decisions or source of payment, consistent with applicable legislation and to comply with the laws pertaining thereto.

Salary Range: $23.40-$33.93/hour Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.