Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (FGP) Manhattan, Multispeciality

NYU Grossman School of Medicine; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

NYU Grossman School of Medicine in New York, NY, invites applications for a Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist to ensure and coordinate delivery of prescribed PFT services through direct testing and supervision of staff.

The successful candidate will calibrate equipment, supervise lab operations, assess patients, manage aerosol delivery and emergency procedures, and educate clinical teams and patients on PFT processes.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or equivalent in respiratory care recognized by NYS Board for Respiratory Therapy.
• CPFT specialty credential required within a year of hire and NYS license or Respiratory Therapist Technician license.
• Strong communication skills and computer proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise diagnostic pulmonary function testing per prescriptions.
• Calibrate and operate lab equipment for PFTs.
• Assess patients and manage clinical aerosol delivery and emergency procedures.
• Lead and supervise the pulmonary function laboratory staff.
• Educate staff, patients, families, and clinicians on PFT processes.
• Ensure adherence to policies and instrument standards in the lab.

Skills

CPFT credential

CRT certification

NYS Respiratory Therapist license

Windows proficiency

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care

Bachelor's degree in respiratory care (preferred)

Job description

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is one of the nation's top-ranked medical schools. For 175 years, NYU Grossman School of Medicine has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history and enrich the lives of countless people. An integral part of NYU Langone Health, the Grossman School of Medicine at its core is committed to improving the human condition through medical education, scientific research, and direct patient care. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

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Position Summary:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist.

In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for ensuring and coordinating delivery of prescribed pulmonary function testing services through direct performance of laboratory studies and supervision of pulmonary function laboratory staff.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates knowledge of accepted standards, policies, procedures, staff responsibilities and instrumentation related to provision of diagnostic pulmonary function testing.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the calibration and operation of laboratory equipment and performance of diagnostic pulmonary function testing.
• Demonstrates proficiency in patient assessment, clinical aerosol delivery and emergency management procedures related to performance of diagnostic pulmonary function testing.
• Demonstrates proficiency in management of pulmonary function laboratory operations; provides leadership, guidance and progressive discipline to assigned staff as required.
• Provides appropriate instruction/education to laboratory staff, patients, family members, nurses, physicians, affiliated students, and other members of the Medical Center community.

Minimum Qualifications:

To qualify you must have a Associate's Degree or equivalent in respiratory care as recognized by the New York State Board for Respiratory Therapy; New York State Registered Respiratory Therapist license or Respiratory Therapist Technician license,certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care (CRT), with CPFT specialty credential within a year of hire; computer competency, including basic understanding of, and ability to work with, Microsoft Windows based pulmonary function software programs. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Required Licenses:

Cert Pulmon Func Tech (CPFT), Respiratory Therapy Tech-NYS, Resp Thrpst License-NYS, Natl Respiratory Therapy Reg

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in respiratory care, cardiorespiratory sciences or related area as recognized by the New York State Board for Respiratory Therapy. Two years full time acute care hospital PFT laboratory experience

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well‑being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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