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Sleep Technologist

Henderson, NC · On-site

$23.75 - $32.50/hr

How you'll contribute The Sleep Technologist in an acute care hospital setting works under the general supervision of the Sleep Department Coordinator and Medical Director, and the direct supervision ...

Sleep Tech

Skokie, IL · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

SLEEP TECH Chicago ENT's Sleep Technologists work closely with our Sleep Medicine Director to conduct overnight, daytime, or home sleep studies on patients with known or suspected sleep disorders.

Lead Sleep Technologist

North Hollywood, CA

$26.75 - $36.75/hr

Coordinating with the Manager, Medical Director, and administrative staff to ensure efficient ... Experience in sleep recording instrumentation and scoring techniques . * Comfort working with ...

The sleep trainee works under direct supervision of a sleep technician or a sleep technologist. Sleep Study Preparation and Set-up * Review the patient's history and verify the medical order.

$26.77 - $34.80/hr

Assists the medical director, clinical director and/or manager in all aspects of sleep center ... operations. * Reviews and evaluates sleep studies and provide appropriate feedback to staff as ...

Sleep Tech General Summary • The Polysomnographic Technologist works under the general supervision of the medical director (M.D., D.O. or PhD) or designee to provide comprehensive evaluation and ...

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How much do sleep director jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for sleep director 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 are the typical responsibilities and challenges faced by a Sleep Director?

A Sleep Director oversees clinical and operational functions of a sleep center, including supervising staff, maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations, and ensuring high patient care standards. Daily responsibilities often involve coordinating with physicians, technologists, and administrative staff to streamline workflow and improve patient outcomes. Common challenges include staying current with evolving accreditation requirements, managing diverse teams, and implementing new technologies or protocols. Sleep Directors frequently collaborate with hospital leadership and external agencies, so strong leadership and adaptability are important for success. This role offers significant influence over program development and opportunities for career growth within healthcare administration.

What does a Sleep Director do?

A Sleep Director oversees sleep health programs, sleep research, or sleep disorder treatment within a healthcare or wellness organization. They manage clinical operations, ensure compliance with medical standards, and lead teams of sleep specialists, such as technologists and therapists. Additionally, they may develop educational programs, implement new sleep technologies, and collaborate with healthcare providers to improve patient outcomes. Their role is crucial in advancing sleep medicine and promoting better sleep health for individuals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Sleep Director position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Sleep Director, you need an in-depth understanding of sleep medicine, clinical operations, and healthcare administration, typically backed by advanced degrees and relevant board certifications. Familiarity with polysomnography systems, electronic medical records (EMRs), and regulatory compliance tools such as AASM accreditation standards is essential. Leadership, effective communication, and strong organizational skills help Sleep Directors manage multidisciplinary teams and ensure quality patient care. These competencies are crucial for maintaining high clinical standards, regulatory compliance, and successful oversight of sleep center operations.

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Infographic showing various Sleep Director job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 32% Full Time, 60% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,185 per year, or $30.9 per hour.

Sleep Technologist Scorer

Connecticut Children's

Farmington, CT • On-site

$27 - $37/hr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago


Connecticut Children's Medical Center rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

207th of 1,003 rated hospitals


Job description


A Sleep Technologist Scorer works under the general supervision of the Sleep Center Manager, medical director or designee to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders including in center and home sleep apnea testing, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, and comprehensive patient care. The Sleep Technologist Scorer is responsible for accurately scoring sleep studies and analyzing physiological data to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders. This role requires expertise in polysomnography techniques, proficiency in sleep staging and event scoring, and adherence to industry standards and protocols.
Responsibilities
  • Under the general supervision of the Sleep lab Manager and the Medical Director or the Medical Director's designee, the Sleep Technologist Scorer performs scoring of sleep testing raw data
  • Score sleep studies according to the most current AASM Scoring Manual Version.
  • Analyze physiological data obtained from various monitoring devices, including EEG, EOG, EMG, ECG, respiratory signals, and oximetry, to identify sleep stages, respiratory events, and other abnormalities.
  • Interpret sleep architecture and patterns, including sleep staging, arousal frequency, sleep efficiency, and REM latency, to assist in the diagnosis and management of sleep disorders.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of scoring results, patient demographics, and clinical observations in electronic medical records (EMR) or other designated systems.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and quality assurance protocols related to polysomnographic testing and scoring.
  • Assist with troubleshooting technical issues related to sleep monitoring equipment and software systems and communicate with vendors or technical support as necessary.
  • Participate in departmental meetings, case conferences, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and workflow efficiency.
  • Accurately score assigned sleep studies in designated timeframes appropriate to test type.
  • Score all sleep records using all RECOMMENDED events (sleep staging, arousals, PLMs, respiratory events) as well as according to the guidelines set forth in the most current AASM scoring manual within 24 calendar hours (barring any technical or data entry issues) of receipt of complete sleep study.
  • Maintain proficiency in technical knowledge required to perform various acquisition platform scoring duties.
  • Adhere to all policies and procedures.
  • Train Polysomnographic new hire and trainee scorers under guidelines set forth by Connecticut Children's Medical Center and associated accrediting agencies and partners.
  • Submit all required documents and fees to the state agency responsible for issuing
  • Obtain/maintain Polysomnographic licenses in a timeframe that will prevent a lapse in licensure. Obtain and manage continuing education credits according to accrediting agency's standard.
  • Maintain reliable home internet connection and ability to effectively communicate with all team members through email

AASM Standards of Practice
  • All scorers will comply with applicable standards of the current version of the AASM's Facility Standards for Accreditation.
  • All scorers must maintain proper credentialing. Specifically, the scorer will either maintain one of the following credentials: RST, RPSGT, CPSGT, CRT-SDS or RRT-SDS, or score only under the supervision of one of the above and either be enrolled in or have completed a polysomnographic educational program outlined in the current version of the AASM's Facility Standards for Accreditation.
  • Scorers will score each epoch of each PSG for sleep staging, arousals, respiratory events, and limb movement in accordance with the current version of AASM Scoring Manual.
  • Computer-assisted scoring must be reviewed, epoch-by-epoch, and edited by scorers in compliance with the current version of AASM Scoring Manual.
  • All scorers are required to participate in an AASM compliant Interscorer Reliability Program.
  • All scoring will be performed in accordance with the recommendation and requirements set forth in the current version of AASM Manual for the Scoring of Sleep and Associated Events

SERVICE MANAGEMENT AND ESSENTIAL SKILLS
  • Comply with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and standards regarding safety and infection control issues.
  • Maintain current CPR or BLS certification.
  • Demonstrate computer skills appropriate for the position.
  • Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrate appropriate social skills.
  • Demonstrate customer service skills.
  • Demonstrate critical thinking and ability to work with minimal supervision to analyze complex situations and apply policy.
  • Demonstrate teamwork skills.
  • Follow HIPAA and privacy policies.
  • Demonstrate ability to follow direction.
  • Adhere to sleep center policies and procedures.
  • Participate in the quality assurance program.
  • Review and evaluate sleep studies and provide appropriate feedback to staff.
  • Comply with professional standards of conduct.
  • Assist the medical director, clinical director and/or manager in all aspects of scoring operations.
  • Review and evaluate Sleep studies to provide direct educational feedback to assist Coordinators

Qualifications
Education and/or Experience Required:
  • Education Required: High School Diploma
  • Education Preferred: 2 years college preferred.
  • Experience Required:
    • Experience scoring in lab studies or home sleep studies, with knowledge of all the current AASM rules and regulations.
  • Experience Preferred:
    • Healthcare and Pediatric experience a plus.
    • Maintain 30 CEUs in 36 month rolling period
    • RT/CRT experience is a plus

License and/or Certification Required:
  • Current credentials as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) in good standing through the Board of Registered Polysomnography Technologists. a RT or CRT Sleep Disorders Specialty as well as complying with all certification requirements. RPSGT, CPSGT, SDS
  • CPR/BLS Certification Health Provider

Position Specific Job License and/or Certification Required
  • Certification by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist,
  • Certified Polysomnographic Technologists or a RT or CRT Sleep Disorders Specialty as well as complying with all
  • certification requirements. RPSGT, CPSGT, SDS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge:
  • Policies and procedures related to functional units supported to include Hospital and Sleep Center
  • Amicable Inter-relationships between functional areas
  • Working knowledge and ability to use internal platforms.

Skills:
  • Attention to detail
  • Presentation skills
  • Strong communication & follow-up skills
  • Project management
  • Comply with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and standards regarding safety and infection control issues.
  • Perform routine equipment care and maintenance and inventory evaluation.
  • Maintain current CPR or BLS certification.
  • Demonstrate computer skills appropriate for the position.
  • Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrate appropriate social skills.
  • Demonstrate outstanding customer service skills.
  • Demonstrate critical thinking and ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrate teamwork skills. Follow HIPAA policies to maintain the privacy and security of patient information.
  • Demonstrate ability to follow direction.
  • Respond to sleep patient's procedural-related inquiries by providing appropriate information.
  • Provide patient education utilizing sleep center specific protocols.
  • Adhere to sleep center policies related to quality assurance.
  • Evaluate sleep study related equipment and inventory.
  • Review and evaluate sleep studies and provide feedback to staff.
  • Demonstrate the ability to analyze complex situations and apply policy.
  • Comply with professional standards and code of conduct.
  • Assist the medical director and/or manager in some aspects of sleep center operations.
  • Demonstrate professionalism and social skills appropriate to a healthcare environment.

Ability to:
  • Multi-task
  • Handle a fast paced, high volume environment,
  • Work in a team environment alongside multiple disciplines
  • Provide guidance and training to peers
  • Demonstrated experience in responding to unanticipated problems with equipment or patients during night shift.
  • Familiar with microcomputers and Windows-based software programs. Demonstrated ability to facilitate patient-oriented services.
  • Adapt to change in workflows and ability to learn new and evolving processes.

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Connecticut Children's is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children's offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.
At Connecticut Children's, treating children isn't just our job - it's our passion. As a leading children's health system experiencing steady growth, we're excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children's health and well-being as one team.

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