Sleep Technologist Trainee

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: Sleep Technologist Trainee
Location: Flint, MI
Employment Type: Full time , Night Shift
Company: Forward Labs

Overview:

Join Forward Labs as a Sleep Technologist and make a meaningful impact by providing compassionate care to patients with sleep apnea in an acute care setting. Be part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving lives through quality care and cutting-edge sleep solutions.

Job Summary:

Sleep trainee develops competency in and performs basic sleep testing procedures and associated interventions. The sleep trainee works under direct supervision of a sleep technician or a sleep technologist.

Job Description:

Sleep Study Preparation and Set-up

• Review the patient’s history and verify the medical order.
• Follow sleep center protocols related to the sleep study.
• When patients arrive, verify identification, collect documents and obtain consent for the study.
• Explain the procedure and orient the patient for either in center or out of center sleep testing.
• Select appropriate equipment and calibrate for testing to determine proper functioning and make adjustments, if necessary.
• Apply electrodes and sensors according to accepted publishing standards.

Sleep Study Procedures

• Follow protocols for various sleep studies (MSLT, MWT, parasomnia, PAP, oxygen titration) to ensure accurate data collection.
• Perform physiological calibrations and make necessary adjustments for proper signal quality.
• Conduct “lights out” and “lights on” procedures to establish baseline values and verify data integrity.
• Monitor data acquisition, identify and correct artifacts, and document observations for scoring and interpretation.
• Assist with patient safety and therapeutic interventions (e.g., PAP, oxygen administration).
• Demonstrate proficiency in recognizing sleep vs. wake states and identifying clinical events during monitoring.
• Prepare, clean, and manage portable monitoring equipment; download and review data for artifacts or failures.
• Educate patients for in-center and home sleep testing; ensure adherence to cleaning and disinfection protocols.
• Provide age-specific care across all patient groups (neonatal to geriatric).

Service Management and Essential Skills

• Ensure compliance with all safety, infection control, and HIPAA regulations.
• Perform routine equipment care, maintenance, and inventory checks.
• Maintain valid CPR/BCLS certification.
• Demonstrate proficiency in computer use, communication (written and verbal), social interaction, customer service, critical thinking, and teamwork.
• Follow sleep center quality assurance policies.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or GED plus six months of direct patient care experience or one year of postsecondary education.

OR

Current enrollment in an accredited educational program leading to an associate degree with an emphasis in sleep technology.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay Range: $16-18 /hour, based on experience.
• Benefits Include:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance

Why Join Us?

Forward Labs is a rapidly growing company offering opportunities to expand your professional skills in a supportive, innovative environment. If you’re passionate about patient care and want to contribute to a mission-driven team, apply today to help us make a difference!

Forward Labs is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.