Polysomnography Technologist Senior/UKHC

Job Title
Polysomnography Technologist Senior/UKHC

Requisition Number
RE52311

Working Title
Polysomnography Technologist Senior - Sleep Center

Department Name
H6425:Sleep Center

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
10

Salary Range
$25.00-39.10/hour

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

AA

Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

2 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) at time of hire. Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or Sleep Disorders Specialty (SDS) required after 1 year of employment

Physical Requirements

Regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time with repetitive motions (such as typing); occasionally lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to and over 50lbs; and occasionally standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs

Shift

Nightshift; Three 12-hour shifts per week (Monday – Saturday); 6:00 pm – 6:30 am

Job Summary

The Polysomnography Technician will be responsible for providing sleep monitoring and interventions to all patients. The primary responsibilities include: registering patients; gathering patient pre-study paperwork; preparing patients and equipment for procedures; explain procedures and interactions to patients; complete follow-up notes as needed; perform polysomnography studies and analyze data to assist in obtaining proper diagnosis; entering charges; and cleaning all study equipment. This position will also have some administrative and clerical responsibilities for the daily operations of the department.

There is an internal candidate being considered.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Communicate technical information about test results to physicians, family members, or researchers. The ability to work interdependently within a healthcare clinic team.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Sleep Center experience preferred

Deadline to Apply
01/21/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.