Registered Polysomnographic Technologist

Full-time | On-site | Gold Beach, OR

Compensation Range: $44.89 - $67.90

• Compensation is based on experience, with a range reflecting entry-level candidates through those with 15+ years of experience. Eligible positions may also qualify for additional compensation with applicable shift, weekend, certification, or other differentials.

Additional Compensation Differential Opportunities:

• Licensed Positions: NOC Shift (7:00 PM–7:00 AM): +$3.50/hour. | Weekend Shift (12:00 AM Saturday–11:59 PM Sunday): +$3.00/hour.
• Non-Licensed Positions: NOC Shift (7:00 PM–7:00 AM): +$3.00/hour. | Weekend Shift (12:00 AM Saturday–11:59 PM Sunday): +$2.00/hour.

JOB SUMMARY

Performs sleep studies and provides treatment for sleep disorders under the supervision of the Sleep Center Medical Director/or Clinical Support Manager. Responsibilities include conducting diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, monitoring patients, ensuring accurate data collection, and educating patients on sleep-related treatments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Conduct sleep studies, including setting up and calibrating equipment, verifying medical orders, explaining procedures, and applying sensors per AASM standards.

Monitor and record patient data by observing sleep patterns, collecting relevant data, and documenting clinical events during polysomnographic studies.

Provide interventions by administering PAP therapy, oxygen, and other necessary treatments to ensure patient safety and effective care.

Educate patients by providing instructions on home sleep testing (HST) equipment, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring proper usage. 

Analyze and report findings by scoring studies, identifying artifacts, and generating accurate reports for physician review. 

Maintain equipment by cleaning, sterilizing, troubleshooting, and performing safety checks on sleep study devices.

Ensure compliance by adhering to all policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Support quality improvement by participating in training, performance evaluations, and process enhancements.

Assist the team by training new staff, performing administrative duties, and supporting department operations.

Perform other duties as assigned, aligning with Curry Health Network’s mission and values.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Current RPSGT credential (BRPT), Oregon Polysomnographic Licensure, and BLS certification.
• Completion of monthly inter-scorer reliability training per AASM standards.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Proficient in sleep study equipment setup, monitoring, and data collection.
• Knowledge of sleep testing procedures, regulatory guidelines, and AASM standards.
• Ability to provide safe, compassionate, and competent patient care.
• Moderate computer skills, including MS Office and EMR systems.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

SHARED VALUES

Service:           We serve with compassion and understanding.  efficiency and growth

Teamwork:     We are one team – each one of us makes a difference.

Curiosity:        We promote learning.

Integrity:         We live by honesty, trust, and doing the right thing by our organizational values 

What We Offer: 

• Enhanced parental leave: 12 weeks of Oregon Paid Leave (if applicable) followed by 6 additional weeks of CHN-paid parental leave
• 75% discount on CHN patient responsibility costs for employees and eligible dependents
• Choice of two medical plans, including an HSA with employer contributions of up to $1,920 annually
• 403(b) with employer match and 457(b) retirement plans with Pre-Tax and Roth options
• 100% employer-paid medical flight membership for employees and household members
• Employer-paid life insurance equal to one year's annual salary for eligible full-time and part-time employees
• Optional dental and vision insurance
• FSA and Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
• Tuition assistance and certification achievement incentives
• Employee recognition programs and career growth opportunities

Join a team that invests in your health, your family, and your future.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities:

• None of the time: Taste or Smell
• Up to 1/3 of the time: Stoop/Kneel/Crouch/Crawl
• From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: Sit, push/pull, reach with hands and arms
• Up 2/3 of the time and more: Talk or Hear, Use Hands, stand, walk

This job requires that weight be lifted, or force be exerted as follows:

• None of the time: up to and more than 100 pounds
• Up to 1/3 of the time: up to 50 pounds
• From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: up to 10 pounds
• Up to 2/3 of the time and more: no requirement

This job has special vision requirements as follows:

• Close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

This job requires exposure to the following environmental conditions:

• None of the time: Extreme heat/cold; risk of electrical shock, work with explosives; risk of radiation; vibration, Wet/humid; fumes/airborne particles; toxic/caustic chemicals
  Up to 1/3 of the time: Near moving mechanical parts; fumes/airborne particles; toxic/caustic chemicals
  
• From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: no requirement
• The typical noise level for the work environment is quiet to moderate noise.
  
• Hearing requirements: ability to hear instructions, alarms on equipment and patient call.

This job requires the following repetitive motion actions:

• From 1 – 2 hours per day: Repetitive use of firm/heavy grasping
• From 7+ hours per day: Repetitive use of hands, simple/light grasping and fine dexterity

This is designated as a hard to fill position. Please refer to policy HR-A37 

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time to meet the needs of the organization.