Polysomnographer- Safety Sensitive in Batesville, Arkansas at White River Health System Inc

Department: Sleep Lab

Position Type: Full-time

Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Polysomngorapher to join our sleep lab team. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, excellent patient care skills, and the ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative healthcare environment.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, calibrate, and troubleshoot sleep study equipment prior to patient arrival.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic polsomnographic procedures inclunding overnight sleep studies, CPAP/BiPAP titrations, split-night studies, and MSLT testing.
• Apply electodes and sensors according to AASM standards.
• Monitor patients during testing, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and quality data collection.
• Recognize and respond to sleep related events (apnea, desaturations, arrhythmias, seizures, etc.).
• Document all pertinent patient observations, technical events, and interventions during the study.
• Score and analyze sleep studies according to AASM scoring guidelines.
• Provide patient education and equipment orientation when needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized sleep lab environment.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare providers regarding test results and patient care.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited polysomnography, respiratory therapy, or related program.
• RPSGT credential (Registered Polysomnographic Technologist) preferred; CRT/RRT with sleep experience may be considered.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently during overnight studies.

Schedule:

• Primarily overnight shifts with occasional day testing (MLST)
• Full-time opportunity.

About us:

Our Sleep Lab is dedicated to providing high-quality diagnostic and therapeutic sleep services in a patient-focused environment. We value teamwork, professionalism, and compassionate care for every patient.