Polysomnographic Technologist
Bozeman, Montana
Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital

Registered Polysomnographic Technician (RPSGT) - Nights

Location: Bozeman, Montana
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Perform all aspects of sleep disorders testing, including setting up and monitoring patients over 10-12 hour periods. Operate and troubleshoot sleep lab equipment independently. Score and evaluate polysomnograms. Provide education and consultation regarding sleep disorders. Maintain and monitor sleep lab equipment. Deliver culturally and age-appropriate patient care in a calm and professional environment.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved school for respiratory care or nursing
• Montana Licensure as a Respiratory Therapist or Registered Nurse
• American Heart Association BLS certification
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BRPT) certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years (24 months) experience in sleep disorder testing
• Routine EEG experience preferred
• Self-directed with ability to work independently under minimal supervision

Essential Job Functions

• Set up and monitor sleep disorder tests
• Assist and educate patients on sleep disorder diagnosis, equipment, and treatment
• Score and evaluate polysomnograms as required
• Serve as primary contact for physicians, patients, and outreach accounts regarding diagnostic information and consultation

Schedule Requirements

• Regular and sustained attendance required
• May require working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts
• On-call work may be required

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting up to 50 pounds
• Sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods
• Occasional climbing of ladders or stairs
• Frequent twisting, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching above shoulder level, pushing, and pulling
• Continuous fine finger movements and close visual acuity
• Exposure to bloodborne pathogens, radiation, chemicals, infectious diseases, and emotionally challenging situations

Additional Information

• Facility may cancel up to three shifts during the 13-week contract due to low census or unforeseen circumstances
• Candidates must live at least 90 miles away from the facility to be considered

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiopulmonary / Sleep Disorder Testing
• Minimum Years of Experience: 2 years
• Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required