Sleep Scientist

About the role

The Sleep Scientist role involves independently conducting routine and complex PSG sleep studies, monitoring and recording both laboratory and home-based studies, as well as associated spirometry testing. The position includes participation in the analysis, interpretation, and reporting of sleep studies, and providing high quality patient care in a professional and supportive manner. The role does entail afternoon, evening and overnight shifts.

Key responsibilities

• Independently conduct routine and complex PSG sleep studies, monitoring and recording both laboratory and home-based studies, as well as associated spirometry testing
• Perform set up procedures for sleep study patients by applying electrodes and other sensors to the patient, ensuring good conductivity
• Explain testing and treatment procedures to patients
• Provide an optimal, high quality sleep diagnostic service to all patients
• Collect and document sleep study data
• Continuously monitor the quality of signals and adjust where necessary
• Document routine observations, including sleep stages and clinical events, changes in procedure and other significant events to facilitate scoring and interpretation of results
• Perform technical troubleshooting on equipment, as required
• Perform spirometry testing as necessary
• Participate in the analysis, interpretation, and reporting of sleep studies

About you

• A tertiary qualification in a relevant field is essential
• Previous experience in sleep testing is desirable
• A qualification in Sleep Science is desirable
• Accreditation with the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) or equivalent, highly desirable
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong relationship building and communication skills with a warm and approachable demeanour
• Comfortable in an advanced IT environment
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• A current Drivers' Licence and reliable vehicle

Benefits of the role

• Work as part of a large, quality sleep service that is privately accredited for the delivery of diagnostic sleep services
• Enjoy autonomy and working within a team environment
• Benefit from flexible working hours - afternoons, evenings and nights - contributing to a unique work/life balance.

About us

Cardio Respiratory Sleep Pty Ltd is a sleep services organisation providing diagnostic and clinical sleep services, as well as respiratory diagnostic and clinical services. CRS is part of the CIS Group - also comprising of Cardio Vascular Services (CVS), Cardio Metabolic Services (CMS) and Canopy Clinical Psychology.

Next steps

If you're interested in learning more about this role, please submit your CV and cover letter addressed to the CRS Sleep Services Manager, outlining why you think you are a great fit for CRS and the contribution you can make to our growing team.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.