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Sleep Trainee Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Polysomnographic Technician

Emeryville, CA · On-site

$48.23 - $67.51/hr

... Trainee SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: * Ability to recognize and provides age specific care in the ... Knowledge of cardiorespiratory function, sleep physiology and neurology is essential in providing ...

... Trainee SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: * Ability to recognize and provides age specific care in the ... Knowledge of cardiorespiratory function, sleep physiology and neurology is essential in providing ...

... Sleep Medicine as well as Pulmonary Medicine will receive strong consideration. It is expected that candidates are outstanding clinicians with dedication to teaching and mentoring trainees. Equal ...

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Is it worth becoming a sleep tech?

Sleep technicians, or sleep technologists, operate sleep study equipment to diagnose sleep disorders and typically need certification such as the Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT). The role offers steady employment opportunities, a specialized skill set, and the potential for career advancement in sleep medicine, with work often involving night shifts and patient interaction.

What is a sleep tech trainee?

A sleep tech trainee is an entry-level professional training to perform sleep studies and assist in diagnosing sleep disorders. The role involves operating diagnostic equipment, monitoring patients during sleep tests, and often requires certification or on-the-job training. Trainees typically work under supervision in sleep laboratories or clinics.

What is the difference between Sleep Trainee vs Sleep Technician?

AspectSleep TraineeSleep Technician
CredentialsTypically no formal certification required, but some training programs availableOften requires certification such as Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT)
Work EnvironmentTraining setting, supervised environment, learning phaseClinical sleep labs, hospitals, or sleep clinics
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with sleep studies, learning data collection, observing proceduresConducting sleep studies, monitoring patients, analyzing sleep data

In summary, a Sleep Trainee is in the learning phase, often without certification, working under supervision. A Sleep Technician is a trained professional with certifications, responsible for conducting sleep studies independently in clinical settings.

What qualifications do you need to be a sleep technologist?

To become a sleep technologist, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, followed by specialized training or certification in sleep technology. Many states require certification from organizations like the American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM) or the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT), and some employers prefer candidates with an associate or bachelor's degree in health sciences or a related field. Strong knowledge of sleep disorders, technical skills with sleep study equipment, and good communication abilities are also important.

Are there jobs that pay for sleeping?

Sleep trainees or sleep study assistants are roles where individuals help conduct sleep research or assist in sleep clinics, and they are typically paid for their work. These jobs may involve monitoring patients during sleep studies, using specialized equipment, and require knowledge of sleep health and safety protocols.
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Sleep Medicine, Sleep Physician

Sleep Medicine, Sleep Physician

Department of Veteran Affairs

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$295K/yr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago


U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 669 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

43rd of 288 rated public sector bodies


Job description

Position Description

Sleep Physician

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and San Francisco VA Health Care System (SFVAHCS) are seeking applications for academic positions in the Pulmonary, Critical Care, Sleep, and Allergy Section at the San Francisco VA. We are in search of an outstanding clinician with experience in Sleep Medicine, who will participate in clinical and teaching activities predominantly in our ambulatory clinics, and help manage a new polysomnography sleep lab.

The San Francisco VA Health Care System provides health services to Veterans through the San Francisco VA Medical Center (SFVAMC) and seven community-based outpatient clinics. Our Sleep Medicine program has expanded, to include a new overnight sleep lab that was launched in Fall 2025, generating an exciting opportunity to provide expanded Sleep care. Primary duties will include staffing ambulatory Sleep Clinics and helping run the sleep lab. Applicants will have demonstrated clinical excellence along with aptitude for scholarship in clinical and educational endeavors aligned with the missions of the Division, UCSF, and the SFVAHCS.

Highlights of this role include:

  • Expected Salary range from $295K to 350K (negotiable based on candidate's qualifications, credentials and experience).
  • A supportive and truly interdisciplinary team where each member is an equal contributor
    • Dedicated and gifted faculty and staff and outstanding trainees at all levels (medical students, residents, and fellows)
    • Academic environment with commitment to excellence in patient care, education, and research
    • Institutional culture that is highly receptive and friendly to patient care

This individual will receive an academic appointment at UCSF in either the HS Clinical or Clinical X series, at a rank (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor) commensurate with their experience. They will report directly to the Chief of Pulmonary, Critical Care, Sleep, and Allergy at SFVAHCS. Applicants will have an MD or equivalent, a current medical license, and be board-certified/eligible in Sleep Medicine. Board certification in Pulmonary and/or Critical Care Medicine is highly desired but not required.

Please submit a curriculum vitae, cover letter, and contact information for three references. Applicants’ materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

  • Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).
  • Cover Letter
  • Statement of Research (Optional)
  • Statement of Teaching (Optional)

Reference requirements

  • 3-5 required (contact information only)

About UC San Francisco

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

UCSF is committed to welcoming and serving all people, honoring the dignity of every individual without preference or prejudice, in support of its public mission and in alignment with our PRIDE values and Principles of Community.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.
• “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer.


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