Location: Salida, CO

Start Date: 02-16-2026

End Date: 05-18-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Wednesday-Friday, 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM NOC; primary 12-hour night shifts with possible occasional weekends, holidays, and a fourth coverage night as needed

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $56 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze patient information to tailor testing to individual needs
• Prepare, calibrate, and maintain sleep lab equipment to ensure accurate data
• Apply electrodes and sensors following published standards for reliable signals
• Perform polysomnographic data acquisition and monitor tracing quality in real time
• Conduct procedural protocols such as MSLT, MWT, PAP titration, parasomnia studies, and oxygen titration
• Fit and adjust PAP masks and implement therapeutic interventions for patient safety
• Document observations, sleep stages, and clinical events to support accurate scoring and interpretation
• Score sleep/wake stages and clinical events per center protocols and professional guidelines
• Provide age-specific care from pediatric to geriatric patients with compassion and professionalism
• Maintain compliance with safety, infection control, and BRPT Standards of Conduct

Qualifications

• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (R.P.S.G.T) required
• Current BLS/CPR certification required
• Successful completion of an accredited polysomnography program or AASM A-STEP with documented proficiency in required competencies
• Comfortable working night shifts and flexible to cover occasional weekends, holidays, or extra nights
• Experience with NOX software is helpful and preferred
• Able to perform equipment calibration, PAP mask fitting, and oxygen titration
• Excellent communication skills and ability to document accurately
• Professionalism and adherence to BRPT Standards of Conduct

Education

• Completion of an accredited polysomnography program or AASM A-STEP certification and equivalent documented experience
• Current BLS/CPR certification

Knowledge & Skills

• Polysomnographic data acquisition and scoring
• PAP mask fitting and positive airway pressure management
• MSLT and MWT procedural knowledge
• Equipment calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Applying electrodes and physiologic sensors with precision
• Patient assessment and monitoring across age groups
• Oxygen titration and therapeutic intervention techniques
• Familiarity with NOX software and AASM A-STEP protocols
• Strong documentation, observation, and communication skills
• Infection control and safety best practices

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend to help with your temporary move and comfort
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to make renewals easier
• Travel support and reimbursement for assignment-related costs
• Paid Time Off to recharge between shifts
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• A supportive team that values YOU and your clinical skills
• Flexible scheduling and extra shift pick-up options to fit your life

Travel Perks: Explore Salida, CO

Work where others vacation: Salida sits in the Arkansas River Valley with quick access to whitewater rafting, world-class fishing, and scenic hiking in the Collegiate Peaks and Browns Canyon National Monument. Unwind at nearby hot springs, explore a vibrant downtown of galleries, cafes, and breweries, or take a short trip to Monarch Mountain for skiing and mountain biking. Plenty of outdoor adventures, scenic drives on US-50, and small-town charm make this a great place to live while on assignment.

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