Pulmonary Function Tech I OOJ - 32703
Job Description
A Pulmonary Function Technician (PFT) performs specialized tests on patients to measure lung function and capacity, helping physicians diagnose and treat lung diseases by conducting procedures like spirometry, lung volume measurements, and gas diffusion tests, while ensuring patient comfort and accurately recording results; they also calibrate and maintain testing equipment and collaborate with healthcare providers to interpret findings.
Pulmonary Function Tech I
Performs a variety of diagnostic pulmonary function procedures ordered by physicians with emphasis on obtaining high quality test data to aid in the screening, diagnosis and treatment of various pulmonary disorders.
- Performs diagnostic pulmonary procedures including invasive and non-invasive techniques with detailed precision using complex diagnostic equipment.
- Maintains cleanliness and function of PFT Lab including required equipment calibration and supplies inventory.
- Performs required documentation including testing results in the medical record and quality assurance/quality control data.
- Provides instruction in diagnostic procedures to medical residents, respiratory care students and other respiratory care staff.
- Supervises testing activity in PFT Lab ensuring accurate reporting of test data to and from those sites.
- Coordinates PFT activity at CMC or Facilitator's approved health fairs including scheduling staff for coverage of those events.
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge in field of diagnostic pulmonary testing through participation in educational activities.
- May be asked to perform duties of a Respiratory Therapist according to licensure and staffing needs.
Qualifications
Education: Associate degree and/or certification required from a CoARC (Committee on Accreditation of Respiratory Care Education) approved school of respiratory therapy.
Experience: No experience required. One to three years of experience in clinical respiratory care including diagnostic pulmonary function testing preferred. Licensure/Certifications/Registration: CPFT required within first year of employment. AHA BLS-HCP required. May be required to obtain/maintain AHA ACLS based on specific work unit. Other Minimum Qualifications: Good interpersonal and communication skills.Why is This a Great Opportunity
Great benefits!
OOJ - 32703
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