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Assured Nursing is seeking a travel Polysomnographer for a travel job in Berryville, Arkansas. & Requirements * Specialty: Polysomnographer * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Start Date: 09 ...

We are looking for an experienced Polysomnographer to work within the hospital in York, Maine. Primary Responsibilities: * Interviewing, educating and assessing sleep laboratory patients prior to ...

Polysomnographer * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Start Date: 10/25/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel Weekly rate listed is ...

A Polysomnographic Technologist works under the general supervision of the clinical director (M.D., D.O., or PhD) or designee to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders.

Polysomnographer * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Duration: Ongoing * 40 hours per week * Shift: 8 hours * Employment Type: Staff United Health Services (UHS) is seeking a skilled and ...

A Polysomnographic Technologist works under the general supervision of the clinical director (M.D., D.O., or PhD) or designee to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders.

We are looking for an experienced Polysomnographer to work within the hospital in York, Maine. Primary Responsibilities: * Interviewing, educating and assessing sleep laboratory patients prior to ...

The Polysomnographer plays an important role in improving patients' quality of life by ensuring accurate data collection, maintaining patient safety and comfort, and supporting effective treatment ...

The Polysomnographer plays an important role in improving patients' quality of life by ensuring accurate data collection, maintaining patient safety and comfort, and supporting effective treatment ...

Polysomnographer, Sleep Disorder Center PRN/OCC, Variable Hours & Shifts Fort Sanders Regional Overview: Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center is a 444-bed hospital recognized for pairing clinical ...

Overview Polysomnographer, Sleep Disorder Center PRN/OCC, Variable Hours & Shifts Fort Sanders Regional Overview: Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center is a 444-bed hospital recognized for pairing ...

Polysomnographer * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Start Date: ASAP * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel As a Polysomnographic ...

Polysomnographer * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Start Date: 10/12/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel As a Polysomnographic ...

Polysomnographic Reg, Sleep Disorder Center Full Time, 72 Hours Per Pay Period, Night Shift Parkwest Overview: Parkwest Medical Center, Covenant Health's flagship facility in West Knoxville, combines ...

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How much do polysomnographer jobs pay per week?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average weekly pay for polysomnographer in the United States is $1,859.23, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,500.00 and $2,134.62 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a polysomnographer?

To thrive as a Polysomnographer, you need a thorough understanding of sleep disorders, physiology, and polysomnographic testing procedures, usually backed by a degree or certificate in sleep technology and relevant licensure or registration (such as RPSGT). Familiarity with polysomnography equipment, sleep study software, and continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) devices is essential. Attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to provide compassionate patient care are crucial soft skills in this role. Mastering these skills ensures accurate data collection, reliable analysis, and effective support for diagnosing and treating patients with sleep disorders.

What are some typical challenges faced by polysomnographers during overnight sleep studies?

Polysomnographers often encounter challenges such as managing patients who have difficulty sleeping in a lab environment, troubleshooting technical issues with monitoring equipment, and accurately scoring complex sleep data in real time. Additionally, they must remain attentive throughout long overnight shifts, ensuring patient safety and comfort while adhering to strict protocols. Effective communication with both patients and other healthcare professionals is essential to address unexpected situations and ensure high-quality study results.

What is the difference between Polysomnographer vs Sleep Technician?

AspectPolysomnographerSleep Technician
CredentialsCPAP, RPSGT certification often requiredMay require certification, but less comprehensive
Work EnvironmentSleep labs, hospitals, clinicsSleep labs, outpatient facilities
Job ResponsibilitiesOversees sleep studies, interprets data, manages equipmentPrepares patients, administers tests, assists polysomnographers

Polysomnographers and Sleep Technicians both work in sleep disorder centers, but polysomnographers typically have more advanced training and certification, allowing them to interpret data and manage sleep studies independently. Sleep Technicians assist with patient preparation and data collection under supervision. The roles are complementary, with polysomnographers often taking on more complex responsibilities.

How long does it take to become a polysomnographer?

Becoming a polysomnographer typically requires completing a postsecondary education program in sleep technology, which can take from several months to a year. Afterward, obtaining certification such as the Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) credential may be required or preferred, which involves passing an exam and gaining clinical experience.

What does a polysomnographer do?

A polysomnographer is a healthcare professional who conducts sleep studies to diagnose sleep disorders. They set up and monitor equipment that records brain activity, eye movements, heart rate, and breathing during sleep, and analyze the data to assist physicians in diagnosis and treatment planning.
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Infographic showing various Polysomnographer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 51% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 43% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $96,680 per year, or $46.5 per hour.

Polysomnographer

Seattle, WA • On-site

Providence Health and Services
Hospitals • 10K+ employees

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


Providence Health & Services rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 850 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description


The Sleep Technologist performs comprehensive adult and pediatric polysomnographic testing, analysis, patient care and education, and associated interventions including diagnostic and therapeutic services such as CPAP, Bi-level, ASV, and O2 titration, under the general oversight of the Lab Supervisor, Manager, Director, or designee. A Polysomnographic Technologist can also provide oversight and training of other staff.
The team of polysomnographic techs covers a number of facilities in different locations and team members may be assigned to any with adequate notice.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued - they're invaluable. Join our team at Swedish Cherry Hill and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:
  • Upon hire: National Registered Polysomnographic Technologist - Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists Or
  • Upon hire: National Certified Polysomnographic Technician - Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists
  • Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
  • Documented proficiency of all competencies required of a Polysomnographic Technologist.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Associate's Degree

Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of improving the health and wellbeing of each patient we serve.
About Us
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we'll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
About the Team
Providence Swedish is the largest not-for-profit health care system in the greater Puget Sound area. It is comprised of eight hospital campuses (Ballard, Edmonds, Everett, Centralia, Cherry Hill (Seattle), First Hill (Seattle), Issaquah and Olympia); emergency rooms and specialty centers in Redmond (East King County) and the Mill Creek area in Everett; and Providence Swedish Medical Group, a network of 190+ primary care and specialty care locations throughout the Puget Sound. Whether through physician clinics, education, research and innovation or other outreach, we're dedicated to improving the wellbeing of rural and urban communities by expanding access to quality health care for all.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
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