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Prin. Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (Team Lead)

UCSF (incl. UCSF Health)

San Francisco, CA · Posted March 26, 2026

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About the job

The Principal Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (Team Lead) is responsible for keeping inventory of supplies, managing/troubleshooting/repairing equipment, contacting Facilities, Housekeeping, IT or Clinical Engineering for issues, conducting and monitoring sleep studies, acting as a team lead or resource for the sleep technologists, assisting the team when ratio is 2:1 patient/tech, setting up equipment and patients, training, and scoring tests.

The incumbent must be able to work independently, and foster a sense of professionalism and strong work ethic for the team. The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF.

This position's work schedule is a four-day, nine-hour evening shift schedule. Workdays may be assigned as Tuesday–Friday, Sunday–Wednesday, or Monday–Thursday. Shift start times vary and may begin as early as 1:30 p.m.

Required

Min. 4 years as sleep tech with 1 working as tech where primary tasks include scoring sleep studies and performing HSATs and/or MSLTs

High School Diploma or GED equivalency.

Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and MS office (basic functions).

Ability to meet productivity/quality standards; effective time management.

Ability to coach/mentor staff and work collaboratively with peers and supervisors.

Flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations as needed.

Certification

Board Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT), Registered Sleep Technologist (RST), or RRT-SDS

Current CPR BLS.

Preferred

Bachelor’s degree in science, or equivalent experience.

Strong skills in advanced MS office

Previous experience in a lead, trainer, or mentoring role

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values .

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here .

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html