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IL Sleep Lab Technician

Deaconess Health System logoDeaconess Health SystemMount Vernon, ILPosted today
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open polysomnographic technologist jobs in Illinois post a median of $34.07 an hour, the middle half $31.54–$34.74, across 14 jobs that state their pay. Polysomnographic technologists employed in Illinois earn a median of $24 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).

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About the job

Join our Sleep Center team and play a vital role in helping patients identify and manage sleep disorders that impact their overall health and well-being.

As a Sleep Center Technician , you'll work closely with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare professionals to conduct advanced sleep studies, educate patients on sleep health, and support the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of sleep-related conditions. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to utilize your specialized skills while making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients every day.

Shift: PRN

What You'll Do

  • Prepare patients and equipment for a variety of sleep diagnostic procedures.
  • Perform sleep studies and monitor patients throughout testing.
  • Collect, analyze, and document sleep-related data accurately and efficiently.
  • Educate patients and families on sleep study procedures and sleep health.
  • Ensure patient comfort, safety, and privacy throughout the testing process.
  • Perform post-procedure responsibilities and assist with follow-up processes.
  • Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
  • Maintain compliance with all clinical, safety, and regulatory standards.
  • Contribute to a positive patient experience through compassionate, patient-centered care.

Qualifications

Education & Credentials-

Candidates must possess one of the following credentials:

  • Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT)
  • Registered Sleep Technologist (RST)
  • Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Required Certifications

Must hold one of the following professional certifications:

  • American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM)
  • Registered Sleep Technologist (RST)
  • Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT)
  • Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT)
  • Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT)
  • National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)

Additionally, candidates must possess

  • Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon hire.

Experience

  • Minimum of one year of experience in polysomnography preferred.

From Deaconess Health System's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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