CARDIO PULMONARY TECH- POOL (Temple Hospital)

Temple University Health System, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Philadelphia is seeking a Cardio Pulmonary Tech. You will perform routine pulmonary function testing and assist with invasive procedures. Ideal candidates will have an Associates Degree from an AMA approved program and at least 1 year of hands-on experience in pulmonary testing. Required certifications include BLS and either CPFT or CRT. This opportunity offers a chance to work in a dynamic healthcare team.

Qualifications

• 1 Year experience in pulmonary function testing, arterial blood collection, bronchoscopy assistance.
• Experience in blood gas analysis is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine pulmonary function testing.
• Conduct routine exercise studies like O2 titration.
• Assist with invasive procedures.

Skills

Pulmonary function testing

Arterial puncture

Invasive procedures assistance

Basic Life Support

Education

Associates Degree from AMA approved school

Job description

Job Description - CARDIO PULMONARY TECH- POOL (Temple Hospital) (252799)

Responsibilities

• Perform routine pulmonary function testing including spirometry, lung volumes, diffusion capacity, airway resistance, thoracic gas volume, respiratory muscle strength, arterial puncture.
• Conduct routine exercise studies such as O2 titration and 6 minute walk, invasive deadspace measurement, resting energy expenditure.
• Assist with invasive procedures.

Education

Associates Degree from AMA approved school of respiratory care or pulmonary function technology (Required).

Experience

1 Year experience in pulmonary function testing, arterial blood collection, bronchoscopy assistance, and blood gas analysis (Required).

License/Certifications

• BLS - Basic Life Support (Required)
• CPFT - Cert Pulmonary Function Tech (Required) or CRT - Cert Respiratory Therapist (Required)

Equal Opportunity Employer

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.