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Houston Methodist

Sr Polysmngrph Technologist

Baytown, TX · On-site

$23.25 - $31.75/hr

Three years experience as a Polysomnographic Technologist in a Sleep Disorders laboratory/center LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required * BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart ...

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for sleep disorders in Texas is $28.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.49 and $32.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are sleep disorders?

Sleep disorders are medical conditions that affect the quality, timing, and amount of sleep, leading to daytime distress and impaired functioning. Common types include insomnia, sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, and narcolepsy. These conditions can be caused by a variety of factors, including stress, medical problems, genetics, or poor sleep habits. Proper diagnosis and treatment are important to improve sleep and overall health.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sleep disorders specialist?

To thrive as a Sleep Disorders Specialist, you need a background in medicine or psychology, board certification in sleep medicine, and expertise in diagnosing and treating sleep disorders. Familiarity with polysomnography, CPAP/BiPAP devices, and specialized sleep study software is typically required. Excellent communication, patient empathy, and problem-solving abilities help build trust and ensure effective care. These skills and qualifications are crucial for accurately diagnosing complex sleep issues and providing comprehensive, patient-centered treatment.

What are some typical challenges faced by sleep disorders specialists when working with patients?

Sleep disorder specialists often encounter challenges such as accurately diagnosing conditions with overlapping symptoms, ensuring patient compliance with treatment plans (like CPAP usage for sleep apnea), and addressing underlying issues such as anxiety or lifestyle factors that affect sleep. Building rapport and trust is crucial, as patients may be hesitant to discuss sleep habits or may not recognize the impact of sleep on overall health. Collaborating closely with other healthcare providers, such as primary care physicians or mental health professionals, is also common to deliver comprehensive care.

What is the difference between Sleep Disorders vs Sleep Technicians?

AspectSleep DisordersSleep Technicians
Required CredentialsMedical degrees, certifications like AASMSleep tech certification, training programs
Work EnvironmentHospitals, sleep clinics, research settingsSleep labs, clinics, hospitals
Employer & IndustryHealthcare providers, sleep centersSleep centers, hospitals, clinics
Job FocusDiagnosing and managing sleep disordersMonitoring sleep studies, assisting in diagnostics

Sleep Disorders professionals diagnose and treat sleep-related conditions, often requiring medical degrees and specialized certifications. Sleep Technicians assist in conducting sleep studies, focusing on monitoring patients and collecting data. While both roles work within sleep medicine, Sleep Disorders specialists have a broader clinical scope, whereas Sleep Technicians support diagnostic procedures.

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Infographic showing various Sleep Disorders job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 51% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 48% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,798 per year, or $28.7 per hour.

Polysomnographer - TDCJ Gal Sleep Lab(Nights)(6:30p-8a, M-W then Th-Sat)

UTMB Health

Galveston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

UTMB Health rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 172 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

346th of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

No experience required.   Current BCLS, Board Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist-or-Satisfactory completion of an Accredited Polysomnography Training Program -or-Satisfactory completion of the Accredited Sleep Technologist Education Program (A-STEP), and- Registered in Sleep Technology through one of the following organizations: The American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM),The National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) ,The Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT), or an equivalent examination accepted by AASM.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position works under limited supervision to perform advanced technical skills in the performance of comprehensive polysomnographic testing, analysis, evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders.  This may involve polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services or patient education. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Performs polysomnographic data acquisition while monitoring study tracing quality to ensure that signals are artifact-free and makes adjustments as necessary.
  • Gathers, analyzes, and collects patient information in an effort to meet patient specific needs in conjunction with Sleep Disorders Center protocols.
  • Prepares a summary of technical findings for interpretation by a sleep specialist by tabulating sleep/wake and clinical event data.
  • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age specific care and perform diagnostic and/or therapeutic testing on pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
  • Prepares and calibrates equipment used for testing to determine proper functioning and makes adjustments if necessary.
  • Applies electrodes and sensors according to accepted published standards.
  • Follows procedural protocols to ensure the proper collection of appropriate data.
  • Responds to patient’s procedural-related questions by providing appropriate information and education (i.e. mask fitting, PAP devices).
  • Provides assistance to rotating students, interns, and residents.
  • Maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times.
  • Assists the Program Manager with the maintenance of the Sleep Disorders Center accreditation via the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) through standardized protocols and quality measures (i.e. inter-scorer reliability).
  • Is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of sleep medicine and evolving sleep-specific technologies, skills, and policies.
  • Adheres to internal controls established for department.

Salary: 

Salary commensurate with experience 

Schedule :

MTW, ThFrSat, 6:30p-8a

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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