Sleep Polysomnography Technician II - Night Shift

The Sleep Technician II provides high-quality patient care while performing comprehensive polysomnographic testing, scoring, analysis, and related interventions. This lead-level role includes conducting sleep studies, mentoring junior technicians, and ensuring compliance with hospital policies, AASM standards, and District of Columbia Department of Health regulations.

Note: In accordance with DC law, the Sleep Technician II practices under the general supervision of a licensed physician or licensed polysomnographic technologist.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

General Responsibilities

• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
• Interact professionally and courteously with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers.
• Report for scheduled shifts on time and in proper attire, wearing identification.
• Demonstrate flexibility to meet patient and organizational needs.
• Manage time efficiently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked work area.
• Properly utilize, maintain, and troubleshoot sleep laboratory equipment.
• Handle stressful or difficult situations calmly and professionally.
• Communicate concerns or issues to management promptly.
• Participate in continuing education, seminars, and training to maintain professional competency.

Polysomnographic Testing Responsibilities

• Conduct PSG, CPAP/BiPAP titration, split-night studies, MSLT, and MWT.
• Review patient paperwork, including sleep/wake complaints and physician orders.
• Greet and educate patients and families about overnight/morning procedures.
• Interview patients to obtain pre-test documentation.
• Prepare patient beds and maintain cleanliness of the sleep laboratory.
• Train and mentor junior technicians as needed.
• Score sleep stages, respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, and arousals per AASM guidelines.
• Document procedures, observations, and technical issues accurately in the electronic medical record.

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited polysomnography program (CAAHEP or A‑STEP) required.
• Associate degree or higher in a related healthcare field preferred but not required.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of professional experience as a Sleep Technician to qualify for Sleep Technician II.
• Active RPSGT certification through BRPT.
• Current CPR certification (AHA or ARC).
• Completion of an accredited polysomnography program (CAAHEP or A‑STEP).
• Passing the Certified Polysomnographic Technician (CPSGT) exam.
• Registration with the DC Board of Medicine as a Polysomnographic Technician.
• Active registration/licensure with the District of Columbia Board of Medicine as a Polysomnographic Technician
• Maintain all continuing education and credentialing requirements as prescribed by AAST, BRPT, and DC Department of Health.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of sleep disorders, polysomnography, and scoring procedures.
• Ability to work independently during overnight shifts under supervision.
• Excellent patient care, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate clinical documentation.
• Ability to respond effectively to clinical emergencies.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to assist patients with positioning and mobility.
• Ability to work in a dimly lit environment for extended periods.

About GW MFA

MFA physicians provide comprehensive patient care, offering one practice for the whole person with 52 medical and surgical specialties. As members of the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences faculty, MFA providers are teachers and mentors for medical students, residents, fellows, and researchers preserving the rich tradition of academics, research, and healing. In addition to maintaining a closely integrated alliance with The George Washington University and The George Washington University Hospital (GWUH) which is separately owned and operated by Universal Health Services (UHS), the GW MFA has active referring relationships with 12 area hospitals.

The GW MFA’s leading healthcare presence in the DC metro region is complemented by a network of community-based practices in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Given its geographic location in central NW Washington, DC, and proximity to more than 175 resident embassies, the MFA continues to evolve its international clinical outreach.