Pulmonary Function Technologist

WELL Health Diagnostic Centres; Milton; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

WELL Health Diagnostic Centres is seeking a skilled Full-Time Pulmonary Function Technologist in Ontario. The role involves performing pulmonary-function, lung-capacity, diffusion capacity, and blood-oxygen tests to support physician diagnoses and treatment plans.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree in respiratory therapy, and up to 2 years of related experience; Vmax system experience is a plus. The position offers competitive compensation with a focus on accuracy, safety, and quality

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of related experience.
• Vmax system experience is an asset.
• An associate degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited program
• PFT testing experience in a body box setting would be an asset.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and training.
• Demonstrate effective decision-making skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and efficient administrative support to the management team of the department, while ensuring the day-to-day operations are managed, coordinated, and performed.
• Responsible for ensuring patient identification, safety and preparation are correct prior to a scan while maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Greet patient, explain forthcoming test, position patient and prepare him/her for examination.
• Performs pulmonary-function, lung-capacity, diffusion capacity, and blood-and-oxygen tests to gather data for use by physician in diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary disorders: Confers with patient in treatment room to explain test procedures.
• Explains specified methods of breathing to patient and conducts pulmonary-function tests, such as helium-dilution and pulmonary mechanics, arterial blood gas analyses, and lung-capacity tests, such as vital capacity and maximum breathing capacity tests, using spirometer or other equipment.
• Measures expired air, using various analyzers.
• Observes and records readings on metering devices of analysis equipment and conveys findings of tests and analyses to physician for interpretation.
• Observe patient during the diagnostic procedure, making note of any symptoms or changes in vital signs and summon medical aid when necessary.
• Ensure all quality control assessments are performed as required. Takes all reasonable precautions and work in compliance with related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices.
• Follow procedures for proper equipment maintenance are completed in accordance with department standards.
• Ensure equipment and instruments are performing in an efficient and effective manner.
• Prepare and organize reports as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Respiratory therapy knowledge

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree in respiratory therapy

Tools

Vmax system

Job description

Description

WELL Health Diagnostic Centres is looking for a skilled and certified Full-Time Pulmonary Function Technologist who will be responsible for Performs pulmonary-function, lung-capacity, diffusion capacity, and blood-and-oxygen tests to gather data for use by physician in diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary disorders.

Job Description

Pulmonary Function Technologist

Reporting to

Clinic Leader / Regional Leader

About WELL Health Diagnostic Centres

WELL Health Diagnostic Centres is the largest operator of independent diagnostic health facilities in Ontario. More than 15,000 healthcare providers refer their patients to WELL Health Diagnostic Centres’ 60+ accredited locations for OHIP and AHCIP-covered cardiology, radiology, respirology, and sleep diagnostic services. We are committed to delivering shorter wait times, faster report turnaround, and the highest standard of patient care.

WELL Health Diagnostic Centres is a top employer of choice! We are dedicated to attracting, developing, and retaining the best healthcare professionals in the industry. We are proud to be recognized year after year as an industry leader, earning distinctions such as Canada’s Best Managed Companies, Great Place to Work®, Canada’s Top Growing Companies from The Globe and Mail, and the Consumer Choice Award.

Why join WELL Health Diagnostic Centres? Here are 5 great reasons!

• Compassionate & Connected Healthcare: Join a team of 1,000+ healthcare professionals across Canada dedicated to delivering excellent patient care while upholding the highest clinical standards.
• Employee Wellness: We support your overall work-life balance and offer full access to our group medical benefits and external wellness platforms to support you in thriving both personally and professionally.
• Competitive & Comprehensive Compensation: Enjoy competitive pay, extended health and dental benefits, paid time off, and exclusive perks through Perkopolis with 5,000+ discounts.
• Grow with a Leading Organization: With 50+ clinics across Canada and upcoming rapid expansion, you’ll have the opportunity to advance your skills and build a meaningful career.
• Collaborative & Supportive Culture: Work in a team-oriented environment with strong leadership, mentorship opportunities, continuing education support, training and development support, internal mobility, and clear pathways for career growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and efficient administrative support to the management team of the department, while ensuringthe day-to-day operations are managed, coordinated, and performed.
• Responsible for ensuring patient identification, safety and preparation are correct prior to a scan whilemaintaining patient confidentiality.
• Greet patient, explain forthcoming test, position patient and prepare him/her for examination.
• Performs pulmonary-function, lung-capacity, diffusion capacity, and blood-and-oxygen tests to gather data foruse by physician in diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary disorders: Confers with patient in treatment room toexplain test procedures.
• Explains specified methods of breathing to patient and conducts pulmonary-function tests, such as heliumdilution and pulmonary mechanics, arterial blood gas analyses, and lung-capacity tests, such as vital capacityand maximum breathing capacity tests, using spirometer or other equipment.
• Measures expired air, using various analyzers.
• Observes and records readings on metering devices of analysis equipment and conveys findings of tests andanalyses to physician for interpretation.
• Observe patient during the diagnostic procedure, making note of any symptoms or changes in vital signs andsummon medical aid when necessary.
• Ensure all quality control assessments are performed as required. Takes all reasonable precautions and work incompliance with related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices.
• Follow procedures for proper equipment maintenance are completed in accordance with department standards.
• Ensure equipment and instruments are performing in an efficient and effective manner.
• Prepare and organize reports as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Experience & Requirements

0-2 years of related experience.

Vmax system experience is an asset.

An associate degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited program

PFT testing experience in a body box setting would be an asset.

Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and training.

Demonstrate effective decision-making skills and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

WELL Health Diagnostic Centres does not use artificial intelligence-assisted tools as part of the recruitment process.

This role is for an existing vacancy. The expected hiring range for this role is from $42 - $45 per hour. Final compensation is determined based on market location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience level, and internal equity. Candidates with significantly more experience may be considered at a higher level with adjusted compensation for certain roles.

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WELL Health Diagnostic Centres welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.