Sleep Scoring Technologist – RPSGT (PRN – Remote) at Beacon Biosignals

Beacon Biosignals is transforming precision medicine for the brain, from clinical development to clinical care. For Life Sciences partners, we offer the leading at-home EEG platform for clinical development of novel therapeutics for neurological, psychiatric, and sleep disorders. Our Diagnostics business is building the most comprehensive at-home platform for precision diagnostics, combining EEG and cardiopulmonary signals to deliver reimbursable assessments for sleep and central nervous system disorders. Together, we're changing the way patients are diagnosed and treated for any disorder that affects brain physiology.

What you will be doing:

We are seeking experienced sleep technologists for PRN Scoring positions. Qualified candidates must hold an active RPSGT credential along with a current license in the District of Columbia, Louisiana or Delaware. Candidates must also maintain current BLS/CPR certification and remain fully compliant with AASM continuing education requirements. The RPSGT PRN Scorer will work under the direct supervision of the Director of Clinical Relations, who operates under the guidance of the Medical Director

What success looks like:

Clinical Scoring and Analysis

Analyze physiological data from HST monitoring devices, including EEG, respiratory signals, and oximetry, to identify sleep stages and respiratory events
Interpret sleep architecture and patterns, arousal frequency, sleep efficiency and REM latency to support the diagnosis and management of sleep disorders
Accurately read, compute and evaluate statistical metrics from a sleep interpretation report
Identify and report pertinent clinical observations from raw data for clinical correlation by the interpreting sleep physician
Accurately score assigned Home Sleep Test (HST) studies within two business days of receipt of uploaded study, barring technical issues. Monitor scoring queue daily

AASM Standards of Practice

Score all HST studies in accordance with the most current version of the AASM Scoring Manual for the Scoring of Sleep and Associated Events: Rules, Terminology and Technical Specifications, applying the HST Recommended rules for sleep staging and respiratory events
Review and edit all computer-assisted scoring on an epoch-by-epoch basis in compliance with the current AASM Scoring Manual
Maintain scoring proficiency through ongoing participation in the AASM Inter-Scorer Reliability (ISR) program

Quality, Compliance, and Communication

Uphold HIPAA and privacy requirements and adhere to all company policies and procedures
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards and quality assurance protocols related to HST testing and scoring
Troubleshoot technical issues with sleep monitoring equipment and software, escalating to the Director of Clinical Relations or technical support as needed
Communicate effectively with team members through encrypted email and approved internal platforms

Credential and License Maintenance

Maintain an active RPSGT credential and all required state licenses without lapse, including submitting renewal documentation and fees to the appropriate state agency in a timely manner, and notify Beacon immediately of any lapse in licensure for the state(s) in which you were hired
Obtain and manage continuing education credits in accordance with BRPT standards, and forward all CEU certificates to the Director of Clinical Relations

What you will bring:

Experience

Minimum of five years of experience as an RPSGT performing in-lab polysomnography
Minimum of 1-2 years of experience analyzing and scoring Home Sleep Apnea Tests (HSAT/HST)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required; two years of college coursework preferred

Credentials and Certifications

Active Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) credential in good standing with the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT)
Current CPR/BLS certification through the American Heart Association or an equivalent provider
Current state license where required by the applicable state jurisdiction
Completion of 30 CEUs within a rolling 36-month period

Knowledge

Familiarity with, or ability to quickly learn, Beacon SV software and related policies and procedures for HST scoring
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with consistent follow-through
Sound critical thinking and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
A collaborative, team-oriented approach and positive working relationships with colleagues
Maintain a secure, reliable, high-speed home internet connection and a dedicated, HIPAA-compliant workspace

At Beacon, we've found that cultural and scientific impact is driven most by those that lead by example. As such, we're always seeking new contributors whose work demonstrates an avid curiosity, a bias towards simplicity, an eye for composability, a self-service mindset, and - most of all - a deep empathy towards colleagues, stakeholders, users, and patients. We believe a diverse team builds more robust systems and achieves higher impact.