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GreenLife Healthcare Staffing

Polysomnography Technologist

GreenLife Healthcare Staffing, Bethesda, Maryland, us, 20811

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Polysomnography Technologist - Bethesda, MD (#R10146)

Location:

Bethesda, MD Employment Type:

Full-time Hourly Rate:

$40/hour + $5 night shift differential

Position Overview:

We are seeking a qualified and certified Sleep Technologist to provide comprehensive Polysomnography (Sleep Study) Management Support Services in support of the Sleep Medicine Clinics. The selected candidate will play a key role in managing and delivering sleep study analysis directly to a Board-Certified Sleep Medicine Physician.

Why Join Us?

Competitive Compensation:

$40/hour base + $5/hour for night shift

Comprehensive Benefits:

Sick days Health insurance Matching 401k Work Schedule:

Night Shift Focus: 8:00 pm – 6:00 am (Mon-Fri) The majority of work is performed overnight to accommodate the patient sleep testing schedules. Day Shifts Occasionally: 7:30 am – 4:00 pm (Mon-Fri) Professional Growth:

Specialized training in military healthcare protocols. Exposure to complex sleep pathology cases. Qualifications:

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent (GED). Experience:

Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Sleep Technologist. Prior experience working in medical facilities as a military contractor or in regulated environments. (preferred)

Technical Skills:

Demonstrated proficiency in the application of computerized sleep testing equipment. Extensive experience in patient hook-up procedures, including the modified international 10/20 system and body lead application. Ability to recognize and respond to equipment malfunctions and patient distress during testing.

Physical Requirements :

Ability to stand, stoop, bend, pull/push recording equipment for extended periods. Capable of assisting in lifting and positioning patients. Physically able to meet the demands of a night-shift role.

Medical Knowledge :

Understanding of brain and respiratory system anatomy and physiology, especially as related to sleep disorders. Familiarity with commonly used medications and their side effects, particularly in relation to sleep. Ability to explain and document moderately complex information clearly.

Required Certifications:

Polysomnography Certification

Certified by one of the following :

Board of Registry in Polysomnographic Technology (BRPT) – RPSGT credential American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM). Basic Life Support (BLS):

Current certification required and must be maintained throughout the contract period. Annual Tuberculosis Screening:

Purified Protein Derivative (PPD) test required annually, Key Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include preparing patients for both daytime and overnight sleep studies, monitoring and recording normal and abnormal sleep patterns, and utilizing medical and technical equipment to ensure accurate data collection. The role also involves scoring sleep studies and assisting with service administration, technical maintenance, and overall operational support of sleep diagnostic services within a Military Treatment Facility (MTF) environment. This position is critical to the delivery of high-quality sleep medicine and requires strict adherence to clinical protocols, technical accuracy, and professional standards.

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