Polysomnographic Technologist (PRN)

UCSF·San Francisco, California

$70 - $70/hrUnknown Hybrid 2-5 yrsPosted 5 months ago

Practice for this role

Polysomnographic Technologist (PRN) · $70 - $70/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

+17% vs. median posted rate for allied health roles in San Francisco, California ($59.76/hr, n=97)

143 similar openings in the San Francisco area · median $60.00/hr

8 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)

$13.00/hr · lowesthighest · $180/hr

this role: $69.71/hrmedian $59.76/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 97 posted allied health roles in San Francisco, California rates. This role sits in the 75th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 17% above the San Francisco, California median for allied health roles.

The technologist is responsible for conducting and monitoring sleep and Multiple Sleep Latency (MSLT) studies according to clinical and research protocols. They also manage equipment, troubleshoot artifacts, score studies, and maintain inventory of supplies.

The Sr.

Polysomnographic Technologist Per Diem must be able to work independently and will be primarily responsible for conducting and monitoring sleep and Multiple Sleep Latency (MSLT) studies according to clinical guidelines and research protocols, the setting up of equipment and patients, keeping inventory of supplies, managing equipment, troubleshooting artifacts and scoring studies.

This position will also perform other procedures according to research protocols.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF.

For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: Graduation from college with a major in an applicable natural science plus two years of experience in the kind of work to be performed; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position. Registered Polysomnography Sleep Technologist (RPSGT) or Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) Current Sleep Technologist license from California Medical Board

Preferred Qualifications

Current American Heart Association CPR Certification Board Registered Polysomnographic Technologist License/Certification: Registered Polysomnography Sleep Technologist (RPSGT) or Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) Current Sleep Technologist license from California Medical Board

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

Requirements

Candidates must have a college degree in a natural science with two years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination. Required certifications include RPSGT or RST and a current Sleep Technologist license from the California Medical Board.

bachelor degree
Troubleshooting
CPR
Polysomnography
Inventory management
Patient monitoring
Equipment setup
Clinical guidelines
Research protocols
Sleep studies
Scoring studies
MSLT studies

Posting details

Employment type: Unknown
Work arrangement: Hybrid
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $70 - $70/hr
Location: San Francisco, California
Posted: Mar 27, 2026
Application: Employer website

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