Pulmonary Diagnostics Technician | Lung Tests & Patient Care

massgeneralbrigham; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc. seeks a Pulmonary Function Technician to perform and oversee pulmonary function tests, explain procedures to patients, and ensure proper data collection.

The role includes maintaining testing equipment and managing supplies within an on-site setting. Qualified candidates will hold an Associate's degree in respiratory care, Massachusetts licensure, and BLS certification; one year of relevant experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in respiratory care is required.
• Respiratory Therapist license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required.
• BLS for Healthcare Provider certification required.
• 1 year experience with pulmonary function testing equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate pulmonary function testing equipment.
• Explain the tests to patients and obtain informed consent.
• Collect and analyze data from pulmonary function tests.
• Maintain the pulmonary function testing equipment and order supplies.
• Document pulmonary function test results and communicate with physicians.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Independent working

Data interpretation

Education

Associate's degree in respiratory care

Massachusetts Respiratory Therapist license

BLS for Healthcare Provider

Tools

Pulmonary function testing equipment

Job description

Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc. seeks a Pulmonary Function Technician to perform and oversee pulmonary function tests, explain procedures to patients, and ensure proper data collection.

The role includes maintaining testing equipment and managing supplies within an on-site setting. Qualified candidates will hold an Associate's degree in respiratory care, Massachusetts licensure, and BLS certification; one year of relevant experience is preferred.