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Sleep Technologist I

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$35 - $37/hr

Perform comprehensive overnight polysomnographic procedures * Accurately score and interpret sleep study data * Collaborate with physicians to support diagnostic and treatment decisions * Maintain ...

... overnight sleep studies and collect comprehensive clinical data * Prepare equipment, apply sensors/electrodes, and ensure proper calibration * Fit and troubleshoot airway pressure masks * Score and ...

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How much do overnight sleep scoring jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for overnight sleep scoring in the United States is $30.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $35.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is overnight sleep scoring?

Overnight sleep scoring is the process of analyzing data collected during a sleep study, typically a polysomnogram, to identify and categorize different stages of sleep throughout the night. Technicians or specialists review brain waves, eye movements, muscle activity, heart rate, and breathing patterns recorded while the patient sleeps. The goal is to detect abnormalities, such as sleep apnea or restless leg syndrome, and to provide accurate information for diagnosing sleep disorders. This process is crucial for sleep medicine and helps guide appropriate treatment plans.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an overnight sleep scoring specialist?

To thrive as an Overnight Sleep Scoring Specialist, you need a strong understanding of sleep medicine, knowledge of sleep physiology, and typically a certification such as Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT). Familiarity with polysomnography equipment, sleep study software, and scoring systems like AASM guidelines is essential. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and the ability to work independently during overnight hours are valuable soft skills. These skills are crucial for accurately interpreting sleep data, ensuring the quality of patient studies, and supporting effective diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in overnight sleep scoring roles, and how can they be managed?

Professionals in Overnight Sleep Scoring often face challenges such as staying alert during long night shifts, maintaining accuracy while reviewing large volumes of polysomnographic data, and managing the monotony of solitary work environments. To address these, many technologists develop structured routines, take scheduled breaks, and use ergonomic workstations to reduce fatigue. Collaboration with other sleep technologists and clinicians, even remotely, can also help maintain engagement and ensure consistency in scoring practices.

What is the difference between Overnight Sleep Scoring vs Sleep Technologist?

AspectOvernight Sleep ScoringSleep Technologist
CredentialsCertification in sleep scoring (e.g., AASM credentials)Sleep technician certification, CPR, and basic healthcare training
Work EnvironmentAnalyzing sleep studies in a lab or remotelyConducting sleep studies, setting up equipment, patient care
Job FocusInterpreting and scoring sleep dataPerforming sleep studies and patient monitoring

Overnight Sleep Scoring primarily involves analyzing and scoring sleep data from polysomnography reports, often requiring specialized certification. Sleep Technologists conduct the sleep studies themselves, setting up equipment and monitoring patients. While both roles are essential in sleep medicine, Sleep Technologists focus on patient interaction and data collection, whereas Overnight Sleep Scoring emphasizes data analysis and interpretation.

How to become an overnight sleep scorer?

To become an overnight sleep scorer, typically one needs a background in healthcare, such as a degree in respiratory therapy, nursing, or a related field, along with specialized training in sleep medicine and scoring criteria like the AASM guidelines. Certification from organizations such as the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) can enhance job prospects. Experience with sleep study equipment and attention to detail are also important for this role.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Sleep Scoring job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,185 per year, or $30.9 per hour.

Scoring Technologist

Valhalla, NY • On-site

MedBridge Healthcare LLC
Health Care and Social Assistance • 201 - 500 employees

$50 - $55/hr

Full-time

Medical

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Registered Sleep Technologist (RPSGT) – Daytime Scoring & On-Call Night Coverage

???? Catholic Health Sleep Centers | Long Island, NY 

???? Position Overview

Pivotal Health is seeking a highly skilled New York Licensed Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) to support multiple Catholic Health Sleep Center locations throughout Long Island.

This position combines daytime sleep study scoring, clinical support, inventory management, patient care, and MSLT testing with a required on-call overnight sleep technologist role covering sleep laboratories as needed.

The ideal candidate is an experienced sleep professional who is comfortable working independently, scoring studies, interacting with physicians and patients, and providing overnight sleep lab coverage when called upon.

⭐ Availability for on-call overnight coverage is required and is a critical component of this position. Additional compensation is provided for overnight assignments.


????️ Daytime Responsibilities
  • Score and interpret sleep studies including:
    • Home Sleep Tests (HST)
    • Polysomnography (PSG)
    • Split-Night Studies
    • PAP Titration Studies
    • MSLT
    • MWT
  • Evaluate study quality and troubleshoot data irregularities
  • Conduct daytime MSLT testing
  • Assist physicians with report editing and EMR documentation
  • Support Home Sleep Testing patients through follow-up communication
  • Train physicians, client staff, and team members
  • Maintain sleep lab equipment and inventory
  • Assist with quality assurance initiatives
  • Maintain HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality

???? Overnight Sleep Technologist Responsibilities

When providing overnight laboratory coverage, the Sleep Technologist will:

Patient Assessment & Preparation
  • Gather and analyze patient medical, social, and clinical information
  • Review physician orders and testing protocols
  • Explain testing procedures before, during, and after the study
  • Apply electrodes and sensors according to AASM standards
  • Perform PAP mask fitting and patient education
  • Prepare, calibrate, and troubleshoot sleep monitoring equipment
  • Verify proper operation of audio and video monitoring systems
Sleep Study Monitoring
  • Conduct overnight polysomnographic recordings
  • Monitor and maintain signal quality throughout the study
  • Implement physician-directed protocols including PAP titration, oxygen titration, MSLT, MWT, and parasomnia studies
  • Recognize and respond appropriately to patient care and safety concerns
  • Document sleep stages, respiratory events, position changes, oxygen saturation levels, cardiac events, and therapeutic interventions throughout the study
Post-Study Responsibilities
  • Complete "lights on" procedures
  • Verify integrity and quality of collected data
  • Ensure complete and accurate documentation
  • Prepare records for physician interpretation
  • Provide continuity of patient care during shift handoffs

QualificationsRequired
  • Active New York State Sleep Technologist License
  • Current RPSGT Credential
  • Experience independently scoring sleep studies
  • Experience performing overnight PSG studies
  • Knowledge of AASM scoring standards and sleep laboratory procedures
  • Current CPR/BCLS Certification (or ability to obtain)
  • Strong patient assessment and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently during overnight shifts
  • Ability to travel between Catholic Health Sleep Center locations throughout Long Island
  • Must be available for overnight on-call coverage
Preferred
  • RST Credential
  • Multi-site sleep center experience
  • Experience with PAP titration and advanced sleep testing procedures
  • Experience with EMR systems and sleep software platforms

???? Why Join Pivotal Health?
  • ???? Competitive pay: $50-$55/hour (DOE)
  • ???? Additional compensation for overnight coverage
  • ???? Support one of Long Island's leading sleep medicine programs
  • ???? Diverse mix of scoring, patient care, and laboratory responsibilities
  • ???? Work alongside experienced sleep medicine professionals in a collaborative environment


Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

The employee is required to use his/her hands to operate office equipment.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

This work environment description reflects the conditions employees may encounter while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

In the performance of this job, the employee may be exposed to chemical vapors such as acetone, ether, or glutaraldehyde. There may also be incidental skin contact with these substances. Personal protective (PPI) equipment such as gloves and eye protection must be used as appropriate to the task being performed.

OSHA Classification System for Evaluation Potential Exposure to Blood Borne Pathogens

This position will involve NO exposure to blood, body fluids, or infectious materials.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER: Pivotal Health, and its subsidiaries, are dedicated to providing equal opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran's status, or any other factor that is a prohibited consideration under applicable law.