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Polysomnography Tech Jobs in Kansas (NOW HIRING)

Sleep Lab Technician

Larned, KS ยท On-site

$21 - $32/hr

Sleep specialty certification [registered polysomnographic technologists (RPSGT) or registered respiratory therapist-sleep disorder specialist (RRT-SDS) or certified respiratory therapist-sleep ...

Sleep specialty certification [registered polysomnographic technologists (RPSGT) or registered respiratory therapist-sleep disorder specialist (RRT-SDS) or certified respiratory therapist-sleep ...

Sleep Lab Technologist

Hays, KS ยท On-site

$20 - $29/hr

The sleep lab technologist has these responsibilities: independently performs polysomnographic testing, scoring and associated interventions. Responsibilities: * Collects relevant information such as ...

The sleep lab technologist has these responsibilities: independently performs polysomnographic testing, scoring and associated interventions. Responsibilities: * Collects relevant information such as ...

Sleep Tech / Polysomnographic Tech * Speech Language-Pathologist * Student Nurse Tech * Surgical Tech * Surgical Assistant * Ultrasound Tech * Unit Clerk Qualifications What to bring to this event

Sleep Tech / Polysomnographic Tech * Speech Language-Pathologist * Student Nurse Tech * Surgical Tech * Surgical Assistant * Ultrasound Tech * Unit Clerk Qualifications What to bring to this event

Polysomnography Tech information

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$480

$1.3K

$2.1K

How much do polysomnography tech jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 3, 2026, the average weekly pay for polysomnography tech in Kansas is $1,308.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $951.92 and $1,603.85 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Polysomnography Tech, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Polysomnography Tech, you need a solid understanding of sleep disorders, physiology, and polysomnographic recording techniques, typically supported by completion of an accredited program and certification such as RPSGT. Familiarity with polysomnography equipment, CPAP/BiPAP devices, and sleep study scoring software is essential. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and strong interpersonal communication skills help ensure accurate data collection and patient comfort. These skills are crucial for accurately diagnosing sleep disorders and providing high-quality patient care in sleep labs.

What is the difference between Polysomnography Tech vs Sleep Technician?

AspectPolysomnography TechSleep Technician
CertificationsRegistered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT), CPRCPR, sleep study training
Work EnvironmentSleep labs, hospitals, clinicsSleep labs, hospitals, clinics
Job ResponsibilitiesConducts sleep studies, monitors patients, analyzes dataPrepares patients, assists during sleep studies, records observations

Polysomnography Techs typically hold specialized certifications like RPSGT and perform detailed sleep studies, including data analysis. Sleep Technicians often assist with patient preparation and support during sleep tests. Both roles work in similar environments but differ in technical responsibilities and certification requirements.

What is a Polysomnography Tech?

A Polysomnography Tech, also known as a sleep technologist or sleep technician, is a healthcare professional who conducts sleep studies to diagnose and monitor sleep disorders. They set up and monitor equipment that records brain activity, heart rate, breathing, and other physiological data while patients sleep. These technicians play a crucial role in helping physicians diagnose conditions like sleep apnea, narcolepsy, and restless leg syndrome. In addition to technical skills, they must ensure patient safety and comfort throughout the study.

What are some common challenges faced by Polysomnography Technicians during overnight sleep studies?

Polysomnography Technicians often encounter challenges such as managing patients who are anxious or uncomfortable sleeping in a lab environment, troubleshooting technical issues with monitoring equipment, and maintaining consistent data quality throughout the night. Additionally, working overnight shifts can pose personal challenges, including adjusting to irregular sleep schedules. Effective communication with patients and collaborating with sleep specialists are essential for overcoming these challenges and ensuring accurate test results.
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Infographic showing various Polysomnography Tech job openings in Kansas as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 14% Internship, 3% As Needed, 64% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,045 per year, or $32.7 per hour.

Registered Polysomnography Tech

Overland Park Regional Medical Center

Overland Park, KS โ€ข On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Registered Polysomnography Tech? At Overland Park Regional Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Polysomnography Technicianโ€ฏspecializes in the diagnosis and treatment of patients suffering fromโ€ฏsleepโ€ฏdisorders. They're sometimes calledโ€ฏsleep technicians. They read and follow medical orders to run variousโ€ฏsleepโ€ฏstudies. Join us and become part of a team committed to providing compassionate, efficient, quality, patient-focused healthcare at all times. 


What you will do in this role:  


  • Under general direction of the Supervisor, performs patient care after receiving general instruction. 
  • Responsible for polysomnographic testing and scoring polysomnographic records.  
  • Other responsibilities include patient hookup, equipment calibration, responding to patients' needs, troubleshooting equipment; may also include performing clerical duties such as scheduling and pulling patient records. 

What qualifications you will need: 


  • High School Diploma or equivalent required. 
  • Graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Therapy or EEG school preferred. 
  • RPSGT, RRT or REEGT required.  
  • Certification in CPR required. 
  • Prior experience in polysomnographic technology preferred. 

Benefits

Overland Park Regional Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Overland Park Regional Medical Center is a 340+ bed facility offering acute medical services to our patients. We are Johnson Countyโ€™s only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit and Level II Trauma Center. We have an Accredited Stroke and Chest Pain Center. Our hospital is a premier area destination for Women's & Childrenโ€™s healthcare services. We offer the regionโ€™s only Maternal Fetal Health Center to care for critically ill mothers and their babies. Our hospital has an antepartum unit, a labor and delivery unit, and a Level III NICU. We have four emergency rooms, including a dedicated Pediatric emergency room and two freestanding ERs located in Olathe and Shawnee. Each year our colleagues treat over 45,000 patients. Caring for patients is more than a job for us, it's our mission and our calling. OPRMC is part of HCA Midwest Health, Kansas Cityโ€™s leading healthcare provider in the region.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worldโ€™s Most Ethical Companiesยฎ by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.


"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Registered Polysomnography Tech opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.