Sleep Technologist
Grand Junction, Colorado
Community Hospital

Sleep Technologist

Location: Grand Junction, Colorado
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night shift (6:30 PM – 6:30 AM)
Hours per Week: 32

Job Description

• Provide patient care for sleep study patients, including applying electrodes, belts, and sensors.
• Perform bio-calibration and monitor polysomnograms.
• Conduct therapy oxygen, CPAP, or BiPAP treatments per policy.
• Stage and score sleep study data according to AASM guidelines, identifying disorders such as RERA, hypopnea, and apnea.
• Document patient records and prepare patient notes including test results, therapy responses, side effects, and patient/family education.
• Review physician orders and patient charts including lab work, diagnostics, consultations, and nursing notes.
• Complete billing within 24 hours of service.
• Educate patients on the use of oxygen, CPAP, BiPAP, common side effects, and explain terminology and data.
• Communicate with Durable Medical Equipment (DME) staff regarding patient evaluations and care instructions.
• Collaborate with other Respiratory Therapists to ensure continuity of care.
• Assist in teaching students and mentoring ancillary professionals.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Polysomnographer, with experience within the last year.
• CPSGT credential.
• Current BLS certification.
• Associate’s degree required, with acceptable fields of study including Polysomnographic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, or any related area.

Specialty

• Cardiopulmonary (Sleep Technology)

Additional Information

• Night shift position with 32 hours per week.