Washington University in St. Louis·St. Louis, Missouri
Perform and evaluate overnight polysomnograms while operating sophisticated medical equipment to record sleep/wake physiology. Supervise other technicians and respond to sleep pathology to ensure patient safety.
Location SAINT LOUIS, MO 63144
Works under medical supervision to perform and evaluate overnight polysomnograms. Functions independently of direct supervision to safely operate sophisticated medical equipment to record sleep/wake physiology. Supervises and coordinates the activities of the other technicians. Applies the application of recording devices to the patient, cleaning/sterilization of equipment and monitoring of polysomnograms. Recognize sleep pathology when it occurs in the laboratory and responds with the appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety.
Job Description: Primary
Sets up, calibrates and monitors recording equipment necessary for PSG, MSLT, NPT and CPAP/BIPAP to ensure artifact free tracings. Recognizes and records clinical and physiological relevant events. Detects and corrects equipment malfunctions. Interprets polysomnogram data. Interviews patients to obtain sleep history. Handles phone calls; answers questions for patients and physicians. Prepares for patients in high-risk situations, as with cardiac or pulmonary problems. Aids in the training of new trainees. Supervises and coordinates activities of other outpatients. Checks inventories and order supplies as needed. Assists with general maintenance and organization of the lab area. Performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions: Job Location/Working Conditions Normal Office Environment Direct patient care setting
Physical Effort Typically Sitting at a desk or table Typically standing or walking Typically bending, crouching, stooping
Equipment Office Equipment Clinical/diagnostic equipment The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Required Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role. Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (RPSGT) - Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT), Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) - American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM)
No specific work experience is required for this position.
Skills: Not Applicable
Education: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Certifications/Professional Licenses: No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
BiPAP, CPAP, Data Interpretations, Equipment Maintenance, Equipment Operations, Onsite Training, Patient Education, Polysomnographs, Sleep Disorders, Sleep Medicine, Supervision, Supplies Management, Troubleshooting Grade C10-H
$26.25 - $39.36 / Hourly The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ. Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position.
The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks.
All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to review our benefit eligibility criteria along with any applicable benefits.
EEO Statement Washington University in St.
Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity.
It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Requires a high school diploma and certifications such as BLS and RPSGT or RST. No specific work experience is required, but proficiency in sleep medicine equipment and patient monitoring is preferred.
Market context
In Missouri, PRN polysomnographic technologist openings are typically driven by hospital and sleep lab coverage needs, especially for overnight monitoring and flexible scheduling. These roles can be competitive because employers often want current BLS and RPSGT or RST credentials, plus comfort with sleep medicine equipment and patient monitoring. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your certification status and highlight any hands-on sleep lab or monitoring experience in your application.
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