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How much do sleep study jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for sleep study in Alabama is $30.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.62 and $35.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a sleep study?

A Sleep Study job typically involves conducting overnight sleep tests to monitor patients' sleep patterns and detect disorders like sleep apnea or insomnia. Professionals in this field, such as sleep technologists, use specialized equipment to track brain activity, breathing, and other vital signs. They analyze data, assist patients during testing, and provide reports to doctors for diagnosis and treatment planning. Strong attention to detail and patient care skills are essential in this role.

What does a typical shift look like for a sleep study?

A typical shift for a Sleep Study (Polysomnographic Technologist) often takes place during overnight hours, as most sleep studies are conducted while patients are sleeping. Your responsibilities include preparing and connecting patients to monitoring equipment, observing sleep patterns in real-time, recording data, and ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout the night. You may also score and analyze collected data after the study and work closely with sleep physicians and other health professionals to interpret results. The role requires attention to detail and the ability to respond calmly to unexpected situations, as patient needs can vary throughout the night.

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

To thrive in a Sleep Study (Polysomnographic Technologist) role, you need specialized training in sleep technology, a strong understanding of sleep disorders, and typically an associate degree in a health sciences field. Familiarity with polysomnography equipment, EEG/ECG monitors, and current certification such as RPSGT (Registered Polysomnographic Technologist) are usually required. Attention to detail, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to comfort and effectively communicate with patients are highly valuable. These skills ensure accurate data collection, patient safety, and the delivery of effective sleep disorder diagnoses and treatments.

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Infographic showing various Sleep Study job openings in Alabama as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 16% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 5% Contract, and 5% Nights. Highlights an 95% In-person, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,333 per year, or $30.9 per hour.

Polysomnographic Technologist

Riverview Regional Medical Center

Gadsden, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Polysomnographic Technologist, sometimes referred to as our Sleep Lab Tech, Sleep Technologist or Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) in our Sleep Laboratory department. The Polysomnographic Technologist (or Sleep Technologist) is a specialized healthcare professional who conducts and analyzes sleep studies to diagnose and monitor patients with sleep disorders. Polysomnographic Techs identify conditions such as sleep apnea, narcolepsy, periodic limb movement disorder, insomnia, and REM behavior disorder. This position is on a per diem basis, PD/PRN, meaning as needed. 

Shift's Available:  Nights

Employment Type: Full time

Hours: 12-hour shift

Location: Riverview Regional Medical Center - Gadsden, AL

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: 

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options 
  • Paid vacation, sick time and holidays 
  • Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options 
  • Employer 401K options 
  • Tuition reimbursement options  
  • Life, disability, and other insurance options 
  • Many other amazing benefits 
Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to): 

  • Prepare the sleep lab or hospital room, review patient history and orders, and educate patients on the sleep study process 
  • Apply sensors to monitor brain, heart, muscle, eye, and respiratory activity while ensuring patient safety and data quality 
  • Observe and respond to sleep-related events such as apneas, oxygen desaturations, or abnormal cardiac activity during the study 
  • Record and score sleep stages and respiratory events, using software tools to prepare data for physician interpretation 
  • Initiate and adjust CPAP, BiPAP, or ASV therapy as needed and troubleshoot equipment or patient concerns during the study 
  • Collaborate with the care team and educate patients on sleep disorders, home testing, and positive airway pressure therapy compliance 
Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have: 

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • BLS (AHA) upon hire and maintain current
  • Completion of American Academy of Sleep Medicine A-STEP program with eligibility to set for board certification or registry; graduate of an accredited polysomnography program or enrolled in the last semester of an accredited polysomnograpy program to qualify as a student technician
  • If a recent graduate of an accredited Polysomnography program, must obtain certification or registry within 6 months of hire date; or for completion of the AASM A-STEP program must obtain certification or registry within 6 months of program completion
  • For student Polysomnography Technicians, must obtain certification or registry within 6 months of graduation date from accredited program.

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus: 

  • Eligible for registry through the BRPT
  • Minimum of 1 year technical experience working in a sleep lab/center
  • Experience scoring sleep studies

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/  

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Employment StatusFull TimeShiftNightsEqual Employment Opportunity

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