Pulmonary Function Technologist

Mackenzie Health; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mackenzie Health in Ontario is seeking a Pulmonary Function Technologist to join our interprofessional care team. You will perform a range of pulmonary function tests, collect accurate data, and produce timely reports for physicians.

The role requires CACPT registration, current College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario status or eligibility within six months, and BCLS. Strong technical and communication skills, plus the ability to work both collaboratively and independently, are essential.

Qualifications

• Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist in good standing with CACPT.
• Current College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario status as Registered Respiratory Therapist or eligible within six months.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive pulmonary function tests including flow volume loops, helium dilution, DLCO, body plethysmography, exercise testing, methacholine challenge and ABG sampling.
• Explain testing procedures to patients and conduct oxygen assessments.
• Measure expired air using analyzers and record readings.
• Maintain equipment, calibrate and troubleshoot malfunctions per ATS guidelines.
• Document patient records and assist in quality assurance audits.
• Work under supervision of the Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Uphold professional safety standards and a safe, inclusive environment.

Skills

Technical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Autonomy & teamwork

Attendance

Empathy

Commitment to care

Job description

Job Description

As part of the interprofessional care team, the Pulmonary Function Technologist plays an essential role in providing quality patient and family centered care. The Technologist is responsible for working in a team environment to perform various pulmonary function tests in an accurate, efficient and professional manner.

Contribute to safe, quality care by:

• Performs comprehensive Pulmonary Function tests including flow volume loops, helium dilution, diffusing capacity, body plethysmography, Exercise Testing, Methacholine Challenge Test and arterial blood gases
• Explains specified methods of breathing to patient and conducts oxygen assessments such as IEA, 6 minute walk, vital capacity, shunt and hast testing, using spirometer or other equipment.
• Measures expired air, using various analyzers.
• Observes and records readings on metering devices of analysis equipment, producing accurate and timely study reports to physician for interpretation.
• Maintains accepted professional and laboratory standards as per ATS guidelines
• Calibrate, clean and maintain diagnostic equipment and recognize when equipment malfunctions.
• Document and maintain accurate patient records and observations
• Under the supervision of the Registered Respiratory Therapist, assist in quality assurance audits

What must you have?

• Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (member in good standing of the Canadian Association of Cardiopulmonary Technologists)
• Current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or eligible to be hired as a Graduate Respiratory Therapist until successful completion of registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario as a Registered Respiratory Therapist within six (6) months from date of hire.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.

What else do you bring?

• Strong technical skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to adjust language to suit the individual/family/group.
• Able to prioritize, manage time effectively and be flexible
• Able to work both collaboratively and autonomously within an interdisciplinary team.
• Proven attendance record.
• Demonstrates understanding and complies with patient and staff safety policies and procedures that foster a safe and inclusive environment for all.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the job.
• Effectively uses empathy in interactions with others.
• Demonstrates behaviours consistent with Mackenzie Health’s Commitment to Caring and values – Excellence,
• Leadership and Empathy.
• Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for staff and clients within a challenging and exciting health care environment.

Preferably, your profile also includes:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Pulmonary Function Technologist, preferred.
• Previous experience within the Pulmonary Function Technologist classification.

*This position is represented by OPSEU.

*You may be required to work at any site of Mackenzie Health.

Mackenzie Health is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Our hiring process does not involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration for an interview will be contacted.