Respiratory Therapist/ Polysomnographer

Respiratory TherapistIncludes callFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Facility: Dayton Children's - Main Campus Department: Sleep Lab Schedule: Full time Hours: 36 Job Details: The Polysomnographic Technologist/RCP is a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) and Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with expert skills in conducting sleep studies, sleep staging and technical scoring of sleep events according to AASM standards, provides QA feedback.

He/she works closely with the Team Leader, Supervisor, Manager and Medical Director to assure excellent quality in diagnostic and therapeutic services in the Sleep Lab. Provides excellent patient experience by following all protocols, policy and procedures and hospital values.

Professional duties include patient assessment to determine patient specific needs, comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders, including polysomnography, extended EEG, MSLT/MWT, application and titration of oxygen, CPAP/BiPAP and ventilator, airway management, trach capping, blood gas sampling and analysis and patient/family education.

Demonstrates skill in calibration and troubleshooting of diagnostic equipment, implementation of new test modalities. The RPSGT/RCP also assists in overseeing supply inventory, mentoring other staff, including orienting and supervising the work of new sleep technicians. Provides coverage as needed.

Department Specific Job Details: Hours: Night shift, 630p-7am, ( 7 nights per week ) ***Sign on bonus available #Wayup At Dayton Children's, we believe that each moment counts with our patients, families, and with each other.

We are moving at a fast pace and are looking for the right talent for our team at Dayton Children's. We want people who embody our values and want to become a part of the Dayton Children's difference. If this is you, apply today!

Our values: We commit to safety - We ensure every action and decision prioritizes the safety of patients, families, and employees. We serve with compassion - We bring generosity, empathy, and kindness to all interactions. We own every moment - We take pride in everything we do.

We’re better together - We collaborate, communicate, and support one another to deliver optimal care. We innovate with purpose - We adapt and change to improve pediatric care, for today and tomorrow. We value and respect each person - We create an inclusive space where everyone feels welcome and respected.

Dayton Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or based on age, color, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or transgender status.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct sleep studies, perform sleep staging and technical scoring according to AASM standards, and provide quality assurance feedback. Manage patient assessments and treatments for sleep disorders, including the application of oxygen and ventilator titration.

Requirements

Must be a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) and a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Requires expertise in diagnostic equipment calibration and the ability to mentor and supervise new sleep technicians.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

CPAP/BiPAP TitrationVentilator ManagementPatient Education

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 60% have no call, 54% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution24 jobs · 23 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks27 jobs · 23 employers

401k / retirement match
85%
Sign-on bonus
33% this job
Loan repayment
15%
Relocation assistance
7%
PSLF eligible
7%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 3.0
Better work-life than 50% of Respiratory Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,889 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes call

Living in Dayton

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$149k
Typical market rent
$1,251/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.