PFT / PULMONARY REHAB TECH (40 hrs/day)(TFP at Oaks, PA)

Temple University Health System, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Temple University Health System is seeking a PFT/Rehabilitation Technician in Philadelphia. The role entails conducting pulmonary function tests and rehabilitation exercises while requiring certifications in pulmonary function technology and basic life support. Ideal candidates should have experience in the field and a commitment to patient care.

Qualifications

• 1 Year of experience in pulmonary rehabilitation and/or pulmonary function testing required.
• CPFT or RPFT certification required within 1 year of hire.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine pulmonary function testing including spirometry and exercise studies.
• Conduct cardiopulmonary exercise testing and pulmonary rehabilitation sessions.
• Ensure quality control and calibrate equipment.

Skills

Quality Control Procedures

Calibrating Equipment

Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Education

Associates Degree in Respiratory Care or Pulmonary Function Technology

Tools

Spirometry Equipment

Cardiopulmonary Exercise Equipment

Job description

The PFT/Rehabilitation Technician performs routine pulmonary function testing (Spirometry, lung volumes, diffusion capacity, airway resistance, thoracic gas volume, respiratory muscle strength. Performs routine exercise studies such as O2 titration and 6-minute walk, resting energy expenditure. Performs cardiopulmonary exercise testing. Performs pulmonary rehabilitation diagnostic and therapeutic exercise to others. CPFT - Cert Pulmonary Function Tech or RPFT - Reg Pulmonary Function Tech required within 1 year of hire.

Education
Associates Degree : AMA approved school of respiratory care or pulmonary function technology (Required)

Experience
1 Year experience in pulmonary rehabilitation and/or pulmonary function testing (Required)
Experience in calibrating equipment, performing quality control procedures, and conducting a clinical exercise test (Preferred)

License/Certifications
CPFT - Cert Pulmonary Function Tech (Required) or CRT - Cert Respiratory Therapist (Required) or RPFT - Reg Pulmonary Function Tech (Required) or RRT - Reg Respiratory Therapist (Required)
BLS - Basic Life Support (Required)
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