Sleep Technologist

Sleep Technologist - Fulltime

Banner University Medical Center

1501 N. Campbell Ave. Tucson, AZ 85724

Are you ready to add on an 18% Shift Differential to your annual income?

Do you enjoy working nights with a very diverse, professional and proactive team? 

Do (10 hour shifts) 8:00pm - 6:00am with the days of Thursday, Friday and Saturday and Sunday appeal to you?

Then Read on…..

For some people, getting a good night’s sleep is as easy as closing their eyes. For others, it’s only a dream. At Banner Health, we know sleep disorders can take a significant toll on a patient’s health and well-being. Join our compassionate sleep medicine team, and be part of our mission to make a difference in people’s lives through excellent patient care. Banner – University Medical Center is a 479 bed, academic facility and a level 1 Trauma Center.

The Sleep Technologist performs prescribed diagnostic sleep monitoring studies to patients. This position analyzes the results to aide clinicians with diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and care of patients. 

• Must possess RPSGT
• Position includes running pediatrics up to 4 days a week 
• Must possess good organizational, problem solving and computer skills
• Running 2:1 ratio
• Scoring during night and applying CPAP\BIPAP\ASV and O2 per protocols

About Banner - University Medical Center Tucson
Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care professionals and conducting groundbreaking research. Also located on the campus is Diamond Children's - recognized for its specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is Southern Arizona's only Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care for the most critically injured patients. The hospital is consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. Our nurses' innovative, safe and thoughtful care has been recognized with Magnet ™ designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The hospital's physicians are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson. Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ transplant program. For more information about Tucson, please visit:

About Banner Health
Banner Health is one of the largest, nonprofit health care systems in the country and the leading nonprofit provider of hospital services in all the communities we serve. Throughout our network of hospitals, primary care health centers, research centers, labs, physician practices and more, our skilled and compassionate professionals use the latest technology to change the way care is provided. The many locations, career opportunities and benefits offered at Banner Health help to make the Banner Journey unique and fulfilling for every employee.

Job Summary

This position independently performs prescribed diagnostic sleep monitoring studies to patients. This position analyzes the results to aide clinicians with diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and care of patients. This position acts as a resource to the department.

Essential Functions

• Obtains artifact free sleep tracings that accurately reflect physiologic processes occurring during sleep of patients utilizing the latest technology.

• Analyzes all types of sleep records of patients. Identifies and documents sleep stages and quantify physiologic processes during the data acquisition and summarizes this information as outlined by departmental policies and procedures.

• Ensures an accurate and readable recording using deductive reasoning to trouble shoot minor problems and make adjustments as needed during the testing process.

• Collects and/or reviews pertinent medical, historical, and medication information in order to perform the appropriate study prescribed by the physician as outlined by departmental policies and procedures.

• Assists with the development of department policies, procedures and processes, facilitate testing and maintain quality to achieve optimal patient results.

• Assists leadership with operations, scheduling, orientation and/or training of new technical staff. May conduct or lead educational in-services and case study presentations.

• Ensures quality assurance standards as outlined by departmental policies and procedures in accordance with regulatory agencies.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.

Requires Registry by the Board of Polysomnographic Technologists or proof of having passed the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).

The position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with 3 years of experience in all aspects of sleep disorders testing. Must be proficient in the use and theory of all equipment related to sleep testing and a thorough knowledge of the sleep/wake cycle and its pathologies, as well as, EEG theory appropriate to sleep monitoring and cardiopulmonary physiology during sleep. Must demonstrate critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.