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To excel as a Sleep Tester, you need keen observational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to accurately follow protocols, with a background in health sciences or sleep research often preferred. Familiarity with sleep monitoring equipment, data recording tools, and adherence to safety or ethical guidelines is beneficial, though on-the-job training is common. Strong communication skills, patience, and reliability help Sleep Testers work effectively with research teams and follow study instructions. These qualities are crucial for ensuring accurate, reliable test results and maintaining the integrity of clinical or product research.

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As a Sleep Tester, your daily routine may involve reporting to a sleep lab, hotel, or product testing facility, where you'll be assigned specific products, mattresses, or environments to evaluate overnight or during scheduled naps. You will follow detailed protocols, complete surveys about your experience, and sometimes wear monitoring devices to track sleep patterns. Collaboration with researchers or product development teams is common, as your feedback and data are essential for their studies. While work hours can vary, especially if overnight testing is required, Sleep Testers generally work on a project or contract basis, allowing for flexibility in scheduling.

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A Sleep Tester is responsible for evaluating mattresses, bedding, or sleep-related products by using them and providing feedback on comfort, support, and overall sleep quality. Companies, including mattress brands and sleep research organizations, hire sleep testers to help improve product design. The role may involve documenting sleep experiences, assessing different sleep conditions, and sometimes participating in scientific sleep studies. It can be a freelance, part-time, or full-time job, depending on the employer.

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Polysomnography Technician

UnityPoint Health

Waterloo, IA • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

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7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 361 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

268th of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description

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Polysomnography Tech - Allen Hospital

Shift: Full-time; 12 hour shifts; nights

Competitive wage + shift differential

If you are passionate about improving lives through better sleep, this is your opportunity to shine! We're looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Polysomnography Technologist to join our dynamic Sleep Center team! Under the guidance of the department manager, you'll lead comprehensive sleep evaluations—both in-center and out of center — using cutting-edge diagnostic and therapeutic tools. You'll deliver personalized patient care, educate individuals on their sleep health, and make a meaningful impact on their well-being.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

  • Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   
  • Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  
  • Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities
  • Performs polysomnograms according to standards of department.
  • Administers oxygen (in accordance to physician orders) and/or nasal CPAP/BiPAP according to department procedure. Instructs patient on the proper use and care of the equipment.
  • Writes a comprehensive report on findings of the polysomnogram to include treatment levels (if used).
  • Maintains, cleans, calibrates, and troubleshoots the equipment to enhance the operation of each instrument.
  • Collects and/or reviews medical, historical, and medication information to perform the appropriate study prescribed by the physician.
  • Assumes responsibility for performing all types of Neurodiagnostic testing for adolescent, young/middle/mature adult patients and sleep disorder testing procedures for adolescent, young/middle/mature adult patients.
  • Evaluates patients’ and significant others’ educational needs and initiates and implements appropriate teaching or makes appropriate referrals.
  • Documents patient data thoroughly and accurately.
  • Communicates with other members of the healthcare team to ensure continuity of care and coordination of services.
  • Participates in unit operations demonstrating professional behaviors to include supporting goals of the unit and maintaining an awareness of resource utilization.
  • Participates in non-direct patient care activities including educational activities, quality improvement activities, standards development and review, hospital/unit committees and other related activities.
Qualifications

Education: 

  • Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy, Polysomnographic Technology, or Electro Neurodiagnostic Technology required.

License/Certification: 

  • Must acquire Certified Respiratory Therapist or Registered Respiratory Therapist certification through National Board of Respiratory Care or other related Healthcare related field within 1 year of start date.

OR

  • Graduate of Respiratory Care or other related healthcare accredited program with Sleep Disorder Specialist (SDS) credential eligible. Will have one year from date of hire or transfer date to become SDS credentialed.
  • Must acquire Iowa Licensed by the Board of Respiratory Care and Polysomnography within 1 year of start date.

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At UnityPoint Health, we provide care in nine regions throughout Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin. As the nation's fourth largest nondenominational health system in America, UnityPoint Health keeps people at the center of all we do. We are looking for dynamic and talented individuals to join our team. You'll find opportunities for every sized dream.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

West Des Moines, IA, US

Year founded

1995