Clinical Polysomnographic Technician

Position Overview

Primary Department, Division, or Unit:

Work Shift and Schedule:

This is a per diem position, which means you will work on an as needed, agreed upon basis. Working hours will be assigned by your manager.

Compensation Range:

This position is not eligible for benefits.

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Job Responsibilities

• Review patient medical records to confirm and interpret sleep study orders, ensuring alignment with clinical indications and appropriate study protocols
• Explain the sleep study process, including setup and monitoring procedures, to patients and caregivers; answer questions to promote comfort and cooperation
• Prepare and apply electrodes, sensors, and other monitoring equipment following AASM guidelines and organizational protocols
• Initiate and perform overnight polysomnographic recordings, including diagnostic, titration, and split-night studies, in compliance with policy and AASM standards
• Continuously observe and analyze sleep stages, breathing patterns, cardiac activity, limb movements, and other physiological data; intervene as needed
• Administer CPAP, BiPAP, or other respiratory therapies during titration or split-night studies according to physician orders and patient response
• Document observations, interventions, and patient behaviors during the study in real time; ensure all data is recorded accurately
• Wake the patient upon study completion, remove all sensors and electrodes, and assist with post-study hygiene and comfort as needed
• Score collected data using AASM scoring manual guidelines, prioritizing accuracy and timeliness
• Participate in monthly inter-scorer reliability activities to ensure consistency and accuracy in scoring
• Notify the Medical Director, Clinical Manager, or Physician Assistant of any significant or adverse changes in the patient’s condition during the study
• Assist in the orientation and training of new technicians by demonstrating procedures and sharing knowledge

Position Qualifications

Minimum Required:

• Associates Degree or Certification from an Accredited School in Polysomnography or Respiratory Therapy.
• NY State License: Registered Polysomnographic Technician OR Respiratory Therapist
• Receive CPR within one (1) week of start date.

Preferred:

• Previous experience in Sleep Medicine.

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About United Health Services

United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers. 

At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!

United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.