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Sleep Medicine physicians seeking a predominantly sleep-focused academic career, or * Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine physicians interested in a role that blends Sleep Medicine with ...

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How much do sleep medicine jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for sleep medicine 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 is sleep medicine?

Sleep medicine is a medical specialty focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing disorders related to sleep, such as insomnia, sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome, and narcolepsy. Practitioners in this field use various techniques, including sleep studies and clinical evaluations, to understand and address sleep-related issues. Treatment may involve lifestyle changes, medications, therapies, or medical devices, depending on the specific disorder. Sleep medicine aims to improve patients' overall health and quality of life by ensuring restful and restorative sleep.

What is the difference between Sleep Medicine vs Sleep Technologist?

AspectSleep MedicineSleep Technologist
CredentialsMedical degree, board certification in sleep medicineSleep technologist certification (e.g., RST, RPSGT)
Work EnvironmentClinics, hospitals, sleep centers, sometimes research settingsSleep labs, hospitals, clinics
Employer & IndustryHealthcare providers, sleep clinics, hospitals

Sleep Medicine involves diagnosing and treating sleep disorders, requiring medical training and certification. Sleep Technologists assist in conducting sleep studies, focusing on data collection and equipment management. While Sleep Medicine physicians interpret results and develop treatment plans, Sleep Technologists support the process through technical expertise. Both roles are essential in sleep disorder management, often working together in sleep centers and hospitals.

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

To thrive in Sleep Medicine, practitioners need a medical degree with board certification in sleep medicine and a strong understanding of sleep disorders, physiology, and treatment protocols. Familiarity with polysomnography, CPAP devices, and sleep study interpretation software is essential, along with potential certifications such as Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or American Board of Sleep Medicine certification. Excellent communication, empathy, and patient education skills help build trust and support adherence to treatment plans. These competencies are crucial for accurately diagnosing sleep disorders and providing effective, patient-centered care.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in sleep medicine?

Professionals in sleep medicine often encounter challenges such as managing complex patient cases that involve multiple comorbidities like obesity, cardiovascular disease, or mental health issues. Another common challenge is staying updated with rapidly evolving diagnostic technologies and treatment options, including CPAP therapy and behavioral interventions. Additionally, sleep medicine practitioners frequently collaborate with primary care physicians, neurologists, and pulmonologists, which requires strong interdisciplinary communication skills. Adapting to varying patient schedules and occasionally interpreting overnight sleep studies can also add complexity to the daily workflow.
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Infographic showing various Sleep Medicine job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,185 per year, or $30.9 per hour.

Sleep Medicine, Attending Physician- Sleep Medicine

Tufts Medicine

Boston, MA • On-site

$262K - $293K/yr

Full-time

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Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

Tufts Medical Center Division of Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine is seeking a Physician to join our team at Tufts Medical Center and Lowell General Hospital.

We welcome applications from:

  • Sleep Medicine physicians seeking a predominantly sleep-focused academic career, or

  • Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine physicians interested in a role that blends Sleep Medicine with Pulmonary and Critical Care clinical practice.

This is a unique hybrid role that blends academic medicine, inpatient care, teaching, research, and community-based clinical practice.

If you are interested in concentrating on Sleep Medicine, you will become an integral member of our dynamic Sleep Medicine Team, which includes five dedicated faculty physicians, one clinical sleep fellow, and a busy, well-established sleep clinic and lab. You will practice in our newly built, state-of-the-art six-bed sleep lab, fully accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.

If you are interested in practicing Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine, we can determine clinical distribution based on individual expertise and career goals, allowing flexibility to clinically contribute to all 3 areas; however, the majority of the time will be in sleep.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide high-quality inpatient and outpatient clinical care at Tufts Medical Center

  • Deliver community-based clinical care at Lowell General Hospital, as part of an integrated hybrid role

  • Diagnose and manage patients with a range of sleep medicine conditions

  • Engage in academic activity and research related to Sleep Medicine, Pulmonary, and Critical Care

  • Participate in teaching and mentorship of medical students, residents, and fellows

  • Support the mission of Tufts Medicine through clinical excellence, education, research, and community engagement

Requirements: 

  • M.D. degree from an Accredited Medical School or equivalent.

  • Board eligible or certified in Sleep Medicine, with experience appropriate to your career level. 

  • For candidates who want to split time between Sleep and Pulmonary and Critical Care will need to be BC/BE in Pulmonary and Critical Care)

  • Hold, or eligible to obtain, a valid Massachusetts Medical License

  • A history of delivering superb clinical care and an interest in teaching fellows, residents and medical students

  • Passionate about teaching and supportive of the academic mission

  • A champion for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives

  • Interested in building collaborative and interdisciplinary work

  • A team player who is excited to work cooperatively with a wide range of stakeholders and disciplines to champion world-class research innovation

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Full time role

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $262,200 to $293,989 annually. Actual compensation will be determined during the selection process and is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, relevant experience, education, internal equity, and academic rank.

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to people across Massachusetts. Tufts Medicine includes Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Melrose Wakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and a large integrated physician network.

Apply: Please submit application/CV via this job post or email CV directly to Alexa Landa.

About Us:

Tufts Medical Center

Tufts Medical Center is a world-renowned academic medical center that has been providing exceptional care across New England for over two centuries. Our clinicians are dedicated to delivering innovative, patient-centered care every day, from our primary care to our Level I Trauma Center to our leading heart transplant program and over 100 specialties and services. We are also the principal teaching hospital for Tufts University School of Medicine and a leading research institution that conducts game-changing medical and health policy research.

At Tufts Medical Center, we're all about providing the best care in more than a hundred different specialties, everything from heart care and cancer treatment to neuroscience, orthopedics, and organ transplantation. Our emergency services are second to none, including a Level I Trauma Center, heliport and geriatric emergency care accreditation. Since 2000, we've performed more adult heart transplants than any other New England center.

Our whole team works tirelessly to provide the highest quality care to every single patient we see. And it shows – in the latest "Top Doctors" issue of Boston Magazine, no fewer than 160 Tufts Medical Center physicians were recognized across 47 clinical specialties.

Lowell General Hospital

Lowell General Hospital was established more than 130 years ago, and we’re driven by the guiding principle to be one of the best community hospitals in America. We work every day to fulfill that vision, and it all starts with understanding you and your healthcare needs on a personal level. Our 2 inpatient hospital campuses, Cancer Center, Heart and Vascular Center, 4 urgent care locations, affiliated physicians and outpatient facilities provide state-of-the-art technology and a full range of specialty services to the Greater Lowell community.


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