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Aspire Rural Health System

Sleep Technologist

Cass City, MI

$22.25 - $30.50/hr

Certification in a Registered Sleep Technologist (RST), Registered Polysomnographic Technologist ... Technicians and trainees work under the direct supervision of the credentialed sleep technologist ...

Aspire Rural Health System

Sleep Technologist

Cass City, MI · On-site

$22.25 - $30.50/hr

Certification in a Registered Sleep Technologist (RST), Registered Polysomnographic Technologist ... Technicians and trainees work under the direct supervision of the credentialed sleep technologist ...

Aspire Rural Health System

Sleep Technologist

Cass City, MI

$22.25 - $30.50/hr

Certification in a Registered Sleep Technologist (RST), Registered Polysomnographic Technologist ... Technicians and trainees work under the direct supervision of the credentialed sleep technologist ...

Corewell Health

Polysomnographic Technician

Niles, MI · On-site

Shift and Status Full time, 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., variable days and weekends Job Summary In a trainee role, provides physicians and patients with support needed to facilitate the diagnosis and ...

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How much do polysomnography trainee jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for polysomnography trainee in Michigan is $37,941.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28,800.00 and $44,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical shift look like for a polysomnography trainee, and are overnight hours common?

As a Polysomnography Trainee, your shifts often cover overnight hours because sleep studies are conducted while patients are sleeping, typically from late evening to early morning. You will spend your time preparing equipment, monitoring patients during sleep studies, collecting data, and responding to any patient needs throughout the night. While some daytime hours may be required for training, most hands-on experience in this role takes place during these overnight shifts. Working alongside experienced technologists, you'll learn to handle real-time observations and assist with troubleshooting any technical or patient issues that arise.

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

To thrive as a Polysomnography Trainee, you need a foundational understanding of human anatomy and physiology, basic computer literacy, and a high school diploma or associate degree in a health-related field. Familiarity with polysomnography equipment, sleep study software, and certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS) are typically required or preferred. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help trainees excel when working with patients and clinical teams. These skills and qualities are essential for accurately conducting sleep studies, ensuring patient safety, and supporting the diagnosis of sleep disorders.

What is a polysomnography trainee?

A Polysomnography Trainee is an entry-level position in sleep studies, where individuals are trained to assist in diagnosing sleep disorders. They learn to set up and monitor patients during sleep studies, operate specialized equipment, and collect data on brain activity, breathing patterns, and body movements. Under supervision, they ensure accurate recordings and patient comfort. This role is typically the first step toward becoming a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT).

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Infographic showing various Polysomnography Trainee job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 20% Full Time, and 80% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $37,941 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

Polysomnographic Technician (Respiratory Therapist) Part Time, Nights

Holland Hospital

Holland, MI • On-site

$26.98 - $40.46/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 17 hours ago

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Job description

CURRENT HOLLAND HOSPITAL EMPLOYEES- Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday employee account.
Performs comprehensive polysomnographic testing and analysis, and associated interventions under the supervision of a department manager, clinical director (MD, PhD, DO) or designee. Provides training for a Polysomnographic Trainee. This position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and service appropriate to the age of the patients cared for in his/her area.
Pay Range: $26.98 - $40.46/hour
Employment Type: Part Time, 20 hours every 2 weeks.
Schedule: 2-10s per week. Shift times- 8:00pm-6:30am
  • Week 1: Tuesday, Wednesday
  • Week 2: Thursday, Friday

Requirements: Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy required, Active State of Michigan Respiratory Therapy or Polysomnographic Technician license required, BLS for the Healthcare Provider by 60 days after hire required.
Gathers and Analyzes Patient Information
  • Collects, analyzes and integrates patient information in order to identify and meet the patient-specific needs (Physical/mental limitations, current emotional/physiological status regarding the testing procedure, pertinent medical/social history), and to determine final testing parameters/procedures in conjunction with the ordering physician or clinical director and laboratory protocols.
  • Completes and verifies documentation.
  • Explains pre-testing, testing, and post-testing procedures to the patient.

Testing Preparation Procedures
  • Prepares and calibrates equipment required for testing to determine proper functioning and makes adjustments if necessary.
  • Applies electrodes and sensors according to accepted published standards.
  • Performs appropriate physiologic calibrations to ensure proper signals and makes adjustments if necessary.
  • Performs positive airway pressure (PAP) mask fitting.

Polysomnographic Procedures
  • Follows procedural protocols such as Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT), Maintenance of Wakefulness Test (MWT), parasomnia studies, PAP, oxygen titration etc. to ensure collection of appropriate data.
  • Follows lights out procedures to establish and document baseline values (such as body position, oxyhemoglobin saturation, respiratory and heart rates, etc.)
  • Performs Polysomnographic data acquisition while monitoring study-tracing quality to ensure signals are artifact-free and makes adjustments, if necessary.
  • Documents routine observations including sleep stages and clinical events, changes in procedure, and significant events in order to facilitate scoring and interpretation of polysomnographic results.
  • Implements appropriate interventions (including actions necessary for patient safety and therapeutic intervention such as continuous and bi-level positive airway pressure, oxygen administration, etc).
  • Follows "lights on" procedures to verify integrity of collected data and completes the data collection process(repeats the physiological and instrument calibrations and instructs the patient on completing questionnaires, etc.)
  • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide age specific care in the treatment, assessment, and education of neonatal,pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
  • Oversees and performs difficult and unusual procedures and therapeutic interventions.

Polysomnographic Record Scoring
  • Scores sleep/wake stages by applying professionally accepted guidelines.
  • Scores clinical events (such as respiratory events,cardiac events, limb movements, arousals etc.) according to center-specific protocols.
  • Generates accurate reports by tabulating sleep/wake and clinical event data.

Service Management and Professional Issues
  • Complies with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and standards regarding safety and infection control issues.
  • Performs routine and complex equipment care and maintenance.
  • Evaluates sleep-study related equipment and inventory.
  • Maintains current CPR or BCLS certification.
  • Demonstrates effective written and spoken communication skills .
  • Demonstrates appropriate social skills.
  • Responds to study participant?s procedural-related inquiries by providing appropriate information.
  • Demonstrates the ability to analyze complex situations and apply policy.
  • Complies with the ABSM Standards of Conduct.
  • Completes all necessary hospital and department competencies.

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