Outpatient Pulmonary Function Technologist

Brown University Health; Providence (RI); Presencial; USD 43.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Brown University Health seeks a Pulmonary Technician to support outpatient respiratory care in Providence, RI. You will perform diagnostic pulmonary function tests and assist clinicians, ensuring accurate data collection for clinical decisions.

The ideal candidate is a graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program with CRT/RRT credentials and current BLS. Experience with ATS/ERS standards and EMR systems is preferred.

Formación

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• CRT or RRT credential required or eligible.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsabilidades

• Perform pulmonary diagnostic tests including spirometry, lung volumes, DLCO, bronchodilator responsiveness, and pulse oximetry.
• Prepare patients for testing, ensuring comfort and safety.
• Monitor patient response during/after testing and report abnormalities.
• Assist physicians during evaluations and procedures.
• Document test results accurately in the EMR.
• Maintain test quality control and adhere to ATS/ERS standards.
• Provide patient education on respiratory conditions, medications, and procedures.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot PFT equipment.
• Ensure infection control and safety compliance.
• Maintain logs for equipment maintenance and QA.

Conocimientos

Pulmonary function testing

Patient care

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Independent work

Educación

Accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Herramientas

EMR systems

Descripción del empleo

Brown University Health seeks a Pulmonary Technician to support outpatient respiratory care in Providence, RI. You will perform diagnostic pulmonary function tests and assist clinicians, ensuring accurate data collection for clinical decisions.

The ideal candidate is a graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program with CRT/RRT credentials and current BLS. Experience with ATS/ERS standards and EMR systems is preferred.