Description

Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT)

Reedsburg Area Medical Center (RAMC)
Reedsburg, WI
Full-Time | Sleep Lab | Healthcare
About Reedsburg Area Medical Center

Reedsburg Area Medical Center (RAMC) is a community-focused healthcare organization committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care. Our Sleep Lab provides comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic services for patients with sleep disorders, supported by a skilled and patient-centered clinical team.
Position Summary

Reedsburg Area Medical Center is seeking a Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) to provide comprehensive evaluation, testing, and treatment support for patients with sleep disorders. This role performs in-lab polysomnography, patient education, PAP therapy implementation, and accurate data collection and scoring in accordance with AASM and BRPT standards.

The Polysomnographic Technologist may also provide guidance or supervision to other sleep lab staff and performs duties independently once credentialed.
Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive polysomnographic studies (16-channel and above)
• Prepare patients for sleep studies by collecting and reviewing clinical and medical history
• Apply electrodes and sensors according to published standards
• Prepare, calibrate, and troubleshoot sleep study equipment
• Monitor patients and physiologic data throughout sleep studies to ensure quality signal acquisition
• Perform PAP therapy mask fitting and titration (CPAP, BiPAP, oxygen therapy)
• Follow protocols for specialized sleep studies (MSLT, MWT, parasomnia studies, PAP titration, oxygen titration)
• Document sleep stages, clinical events, and procedural changes accurately
• Score sleep/wake stages and clinical events using accepted professional guidelines
• Generate accurate reports for physician interpretation
• Ensure patient safety and respond appropriately to emergent situations
• Maintain compliance with safety, infection control, and regulatory standards
• Perform routine and complex equipment maintenance and inventory evaluation
• Communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and care team members
• Serve as a preceptor or mentor to new staff as assigned

Patient Populations Served

• Adolescent (13-18 years)
• Adult (19-65 years)
• Geriatric (66+ years)

Required Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited polysomnography program resulting in an associate degree OR
• Completion of a polysomnography program (minimum one year) with documented proficiency in all Polysomnographic Technician competencies
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) certification (or equivalent) through the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists
• Certification must be obtained prior to independent work and within 60 days of hire
• BLS Certification
• Ability to work independently and apply AASM guidelines and facility protocols

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a sleep lab setting
• Experience with PAP therapy titration and patient education
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and patient communication skills

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods while monitoring patients
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and assist patients as needed
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Continuous monitoring of video, physiologic tracings, and computer systems
• Work performed indoors in a controlled clinical environment
• Occasional exposure to chemical solutions and infectious materials

Why Join RAMC?

• Specialized, patient-focused sleep medicine environment
• Opportunity to work independently while being part of a collaborative care team
• Commitment to clinical excellence and professional standards
• Stable, community-based healthcare organization
• Ongoing education and professional development support

Equal Opportunity Employer

Reedsburg Area Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.