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New grad polysomnographic technologist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong clinical internship or hands-on training record can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Bozeman Health, LCMC Health, and Carle Health hiring at this level now.
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The Clinical Polysomnographic Technician at United Health Services (UHS) performs overnight sleep studies that help diagnose and guide treatment for sleep disorders, directly supporting patient safety and quality care. This role monitors patients, scores studies according to established standards, documents clinical findings, and collaborates with providers to ensure accurate, timely results. Using strong clinical judgment, technical expertise, and attention to detail, the Clinical Polysomnographic Technician delivers reliable data that informs care decisions while creating a compassionate and reassuring experience for patients and caregivers.
Primary Department, Division, or Unit:
UHS Sleep and Neurodiagnostic Center
Primary Work Shift:
Evening Rotational
Regular Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Compensation Range:
$30.58 - $45.86 per hour, depending on experience
Job Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
- Perform comprehensive polysomnographic studies, including patient setup, physiologic monitoring, titration, and split‑night studies, to support accurate diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders
- Monitor patients throughout overnight studies, recognizing and responding to clinical and physiological changes to ensure patient safety and data integrity
- Score sleep studies in accordance with AASM guidelines, prioritizing timely and accurate scoring to support clinical decision‑making
- Explain testing procedures to patients and caregivers, addressing questions and promoting comfort, trust, and understanding throughout the care experience
- Document clinical observations, interventions, and results accurately in designated systems to support continuity of care and regulatory compliance
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and clinical leadership to communicate patient status, abnormal findings, and study outcomes
Scope and Impact:
- Contribute directly to patient diagnosis and treatment planning through the delivery of high‑quality polysomnographic data and clinical insights
- Exercise clinical judgment within established protocols, escalating concerns appropriately to ensure patient safety and care quality
- Work independently during overnight shifts with accountability for assigned studies, data accuracy, and adherence to clinical standards
- Support departmental quality outcomes through participation in inter‑scorer reliability activities and continuous improvement efforts
Compliance and Professional:
- Complete all required training, continuing education, and competency validations within established timelines to remain clinically and technically current
- Safeguard sensitive data by following established security policies and procedures, using systems responsibly, and promptly reporting potential security incidents, risks, or policy violations
- As applicable to your role, support cybersecurity and data protection requirements throughout the supplier lifecycle by coordinating vendor risk assessments, monitoring third-party compliance, and promptly reporting identified supply chain or cybersecurity risks
Additional Expectations:
- Demonstrate UHS Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation in all daily work and interactions
- Execute responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and applicable regulations
- Perform additional responsibilities as required to meet department and organizational needs
Position Qualifications
Required:
- Associate Degree in Polysomnography
- BRPT Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) certification
- NYSED-OP Polysomnographic Technologist License OR NYSED-OP Respiratory Therapist License
Preferred:
- Up to 1 year of direct experience performing the exact or very similar duties required by the job within the same role or function
- Up to 1 year of healthcare experience working in the healthcare industry in any job function
- Up to 1 year of technical/systems experience using specialized tools, software, or equipment required for the role
- Up to 1 year of customer/patient-facing experience directly interacting and communicating with the public
Why You’ll Love Working at UHS
At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.
A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.
Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.
A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.
About United Health Services
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.
At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!
United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at www.uhsinc.com.
Position Overview
The Clinical Polysomnographic Technician at United Health Services (UHS) performs overnight sleep studies that help diagnose and guide treatment for sleep disorders, directly supporting patient safety and quality care. This role monitors patients, scores studies according to established standards, documents clinical findings, and collaborates with providers to ensure accurate, timely results. Using strong clinical judgment, technical expertise, and attention to detail, the Clinical Polysomnographic Technician delivers reliable data that informs care decisions while creating a compassionate and reassuring experience for patients and caregivers.
Primary Department, Division, or Unit:
UHS Sleep and Neurodiagnostic Center
Primary Work Shift:
Evening Rotational
Regular Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Compensation Range:
$30.58 - $45.86 per hour, depending on experience
Job Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
- Perform comprehensive polysomnographic studies, including patient setup, physiologic monitoring, titration, and split‑night studies, to support accurate diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders
- Monitor patients throughout overnight studies, recognizing and responding to clinical and physiological changes to ensure patient safety and data integrity
- Score sleep studies in accordance with AASM guidelines, prioritizing timely and accurate scoring to support clinical decision‑making
- Explain testing procedures to patients and caregivers, addressing questions and promoting comfort, trust, and understanding throughout the care experience
- Document clinical observations, interventions, and results accurately in designated systems to support continuity of care and regulatory compliance
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and clinical leadership to communicate patient status, abnormal findings, and study outcomes
Scope and Impact:
- Contribute directly to patient diagnosis and treatment planning through the delivery of high‑quality polysomnographic data and clinical insights
- Exercise clinical judgment within established protocols, escalating concerns appropriately to ensure patient safety and care quality
- Work independently during overnight shifts with accountability for assigned studies, data accuracy, and adherence to clinical standards
- Support departmental quality outcomes through participation in inter‑scorer reliability activities and continuous improvement efforts
Compliance and Professional:
- Complete all required training, continuing education, and competency validations within established timelines to remain clinically and technically current
- Safeguard sensitive data by following established security policies and procedures, using systems responsibly, and promptly reporting potential security incidents, risks, or policy violations
- As applicable to your role, support cybersecurity and data protection requirements throughout the supplier lifecycle by coordinating vendor risk assessments, monitoring third-party compliance, and promptly reporting identified supply chain or cybersecurity risks
Additional Expectations:
- Demonstrate UHS Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation in all daily work and interactions
- Execute responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and applicable regulations
- Perform additional responsibilities as required to meet department and organizational needs
Position Qualifications
Required:
- Associate Degree in Polysomnography
- BRPT Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) certification
- NYSED-OP Polysomnographic Technologist License OR NYSED-OP Respiratory Therapist License
Preferred:
- Up to 1 year of direct experience performing the exact or very similar duties required by the job within the same role or function
- Up to 1 year of healthcare experience working in the healthcare industry in any job function
- Up to 1 year of technical/systems experience using specialized tools, software, or equipment required for the role
- Up to 1 year of customer/patient-facing experience directly interacting and communicating with the public
Why You’ll Love Working at UHS
At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.
A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.
Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.
A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.
About United Health Services
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.
At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!
United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at www.uhsinc.com.
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Entry Level Polysomnographic Technologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level polysomnographic technologist job?
Entry level polysomnographic technologist employers look for candidates who have completed an accredited sleep technology program or polysomnographic technologist training, ideally with any hands-on clinical hours. Earning a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist credential or being eligible to sit for the exam gives you a clear edge. Highlighting internship rotations, practicum experience, and familiarity with standard PSG equipment in your resume helps you stand out at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level polysomnographic technologists?
Companies hiring entry level polysomnographic technologists right now include Bozeman Health, LCMC Health, and Carle Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from hospital systems, dedicated sleep disorder centers, and outpatient diagnostic clinics that invest in training new graduates and junior technologists on the job.
Are there remote entry level polysomnographic technologist jobs?
Yes, though most sleep technology roles require hands-on patient care, so fully remote positions are limited. About 0% of entry level polysomnographic technologist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those that do exist typically involve telehealth scoring, data review, or administrative support functions rather than direct overnight sleep study work.
Are these new grad polysomnographic technologist jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior polysomnographic technologist roles. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts clinical internship hours or practicum work in place of full professional tenure, or states that candidates enrolled in or recently completing an accredited program are encouraged to apply. Highlighting any new grad credentials strengthens your application.
Which industries hire the most entry level polysomnographic technologists?
Entry Level polysomnographic technologist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because sleep diagnostic services are embedded within hospital networks and specialty outpatient practices that consistently need entry level technologists to cover overnight and rotating shift schedules.