# Somnologist-Idaho

**Company:** [Commonwealth Medical Services](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/keeTEXJ8MZmGdm2R5VUMJA.md)
**Location:** Fernan Lake Village, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Docs - WEST

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## Description

### **Sleep Medicine Physician (Somnologist) – MD/DO**

### **Position Summary**

The Sleep Medicine Physician (Somnologist) provides comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and management of sleep disorders in adult and/or pediatric patients. This role focuses on improving patient health and quality of life through evidence-based treatment of sleep-related conditions, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and oversight of sleep diagnostic testing.

### **Key Responsibilities**

-   Evaluate and diagnose sleep disorders, including obstructive sleep apnea, insomnia, hypersomnia, narcolepsy, circadian rhythm disorders, parasomnias, and restless leg syndrome
-   Interpret sleep studies, including polysomnography, home sleep apnea testing (HSAT), and multiple sleep latency testing (MSLT)
-   Develop and manage individualized treatment plans, including CPAP/BiPAP therapy, oral appliances, behavioral therapy, and pharmacologic management
-   Provide outpatient clinic consultations and follow-up care
-   Collaborate with pulmonology, neurology, psychiatry, ENT, and primary care providers as needed
-   Educate patients and families on sleep health, treatment options, and therapy adherence
-   Supervise and collaborate with sleep technologists and allied health staff
-   Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant medical documentation in the electronic health record
-   Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adherence to accreditation and regulatory standards

### **Qualifications**

-   Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
-   Completion of an accredited residency program (e.g., Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Neurology, Pulmonology, Psychiatry, or Pediatrics)
-   Completion of an accredited Sleep Medicine fellowship
-   Board eligible or board certified in Sleep Medicine
-   Active or eligible state medical license
-   DEA registration or eligibility

### **Skills and Competencies**

-   Expertise in diagnosing and managing a wide range of sleep disorders
-   Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic interpretation skills
-   Excellent communication and patient education abilities
-   Commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based care
-   Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment