Sleep Scientist - Respiratory and Sleep at ACT Health

Canberra, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 May, 26

Salary

108691.0

Posted On

04 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Yes

Skills

Polysomnography, Positive Airways Pressure Therapy Management, Research, Quality Management, Change Management, Clinical Guidelines Development, Patient-Centered Clinical Practice, Clinical Supervision, Education

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Employment Type: 1 x Full Time, Permanent and 1 x Full Time, Temporary 12 months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency Classification: Health Professional Level 2 (PN 21962, 31211) Salary: $91,026 - $108,691 (Plus 12.5%25 Super) Location: The Canberra Hospital, Garran ACT Section: Respiratory and Sleep Closing Date: 25 February 2026 What can we offer you: • Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital. • Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions. • Flexible working conditions. • 12.5%25 Superannuation. • Access to Employee Assistance Program. • Access to onsite Physiotherapists. • Access to onsite cafes, staff cafeteria, pharmacy and gift shop. • Visa Sponsorship available for eligible candidates. • Up to $12K reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates. (subject to review and approval) About the Role: Two exciting opportunities exist for two experienced Sleep Scientists to join the Allied Health Respiratory and Sleep Medicine team. These positions will involve working a combination of day, evening and overnight shifts. Within CHS, the sleep science profession is part of the Clinical Measurement Science (CMS) disciplines. The CMS disciplines are cardiac, neurophysiology, respiratory and sleep sciences. Scientific staff employed across CMS work under a collective vision Clinical Measurement Science professionals deliver compassionate service through collaboration and excellence. The two successful candidates will need subject matter expertise and confidently be able to conduct routine and assist in complex polysomnography, and positive airways pressure therapy management according to procedures and standards for adult populations. You will also be conducting research/ quality management and change management projects that will have a positive impact on patient outcomes, whilst maintaining and developing evidence-based, patient centred clinical practice. You will be required to undertake continuing professional development programs within the sleep science group and will be supporting development of clinical guidelines and procedures. These positions also require staff and student clinical supervision and education. For more information regarding the position duties click here for Position Description. Visa Sponsorship for International Candidates: We welcome applications from both local and international candidates. Visa sponsorship may be available for eligible applicants, pending review and approval. International candidates are encouraged to contact the person listed in this advertisement for further information. Please ensure your CV is attached when making an enquiry. Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to: • Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check. • Current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. • Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy. • Comply with CHS credentialing and scope of clinical practice requirements for allied health professionals. To Apply: Please apply online by submitting a copy of your CV along with a 2-page Response to Selection Criteria, listed in the Position Description. All applications must be accompanied by a Response to Selection Criteria. Guidance on Job Application The following resources are available to assist with your Job Application. • How to Apply • Response to Selection Criteria Template (applications that do not include an RSC will be considered as incomplete) • To view the benefits of joining our organisation, please click here. Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website. Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply. The new state-of-the-art Building 5 is now officially open at Canberra Hospital. This 44,000sqm, nine-storey facility, the largest healthcare infrastructure project in the Territory’s history, delivers cutting-edge acute clinical services. Building 5 seamlessly integrates with existing campus buildings, ensuring smooth public access, patient transportation, and efficient logistics. If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Johanna Kok on (02) 5124 2806 or at Johanna.Kok@act.gov.au

Responsibilities

The successful candidates will conduct routine and assist in complex polysomnography and positive airways pressure therapy management. They will also engage in research and quality management projects to improve patient outcomes.