Title:  Sleep Scientist

Sleep Scientist

• Sleep Laboratory | Grade 1 or 2 (dependent on experience)
• Temporary Part-time (40hours/fortnight for 6months)
• Box Hill | Close to cafes, public transport and shops

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

About the role

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and professional Sleep Scientist to join our friendly and dynamic team at the Box Hill Hospital Sleep Laboratory.

Day shifts (5 per fortnight) are available on a temporary basis 2nd June 2025 to 28th November 2025.

Reporting to the Sleep Laboratory Manager your duties will involve sleep study analysis (diagnostic studies, CPAP titrations, oxygen titration, transcutaneous CO2 monitoring, and complex ventilation modes). Duties will also include preparation and patient setup of home sleep studies, and daytime vigilance testing (MSLT/MWT) as required. Other duties include CPAP therapy assistance for patients, involvement in departmental educational calendar, and participation in quality assurance activities.

About you

• Bachelor of Applied Science or equivalent
• Possess relevant clinical experience in Sleep Study analysis and monitoring
• Demonstrate effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Demonstrate organisation skills with respect to time management and delegation
• Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to work autonomously with an analytical approach to troubleshooting
• Self-motivated and flexible

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.

We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.

If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check (which we will pay for). We will notify unsuccessful candidates.

Good to know:

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
• Advertising may end before the closing date.
• We do not accept recruitment agency application

If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.

Position Description Link - Grade 1

Position Description Link - Grade 2

Contact Person: Denise O'Driscoll

Contact Number: 03 9975 6538

Contact Email: denise.o'driscoll@easternhealth.org.au

Need help submitting your application?

Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1) | Medical Workforce Unit on (03) 9895 3469. [TA for Non Medical roles, MWU for Medical roles]

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