PULMONARY FUNCTION COORD-RRT

System Support; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

System Support in Dayton, OH is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist specialized as Pulmonary Function Technologist-RRT to perform pulmonary diagnostic examinations including spirometry and complete PFTs for inpatient and outpatient populations.

The role serves as a resource for physicians and allied health professionals and educates patients and families about respiratory procedures and disease processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–3 years of job-related experience.
• Active NBRC credentials are required (RRT, PFT).
• BLS and ACLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform pulmonary function tests including spirometry and complete PFTs.
• Provide education for patients, families and caregivers regarding respiratory procedures and disease processes.
• Maintain records for quality assurance related to all aspects of testing.

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

The Registered Respiratory Therapist performing the role of Pulmonary Function Technologist-RRT is responsible for performing pulmonary diagnostic examinations including spirometry, complete pulmonary function tests and may include exercise and metabolic studies for patient populations served. This may include both inpatient and outpatient. This individual is a professional resource for physicians and other allied health professionals regarding the performance, documentation and interpretation of PFT’s. He/she is expected to provide education for students and instruction to patients, families and caregivers regarding respiratory procedures and disease processes. The incumbent will be responsible for monitoring and maintaining records for quality assurance related to all aspects of testing.

Qualifications

Education

Minimum Level of Education Required: Associate degree

Additional Requirements

• Type of degree: Allied Health
• Area of study or major: Respiratory Care
• Preferred educational qualifications: Bachelor’s degree preferred

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Valid and Active Ohio License to practice Respiratory Care
• Active Registered Respiratory Therapist credential through the NBRC is required
• Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist credential through the NBRC required
• Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist credential through the NBRC preferred
• BLS and ACLS required

Experience

Minimum Level of Experience Required: 1 - 3 years of job-related experience

• Prior job title or occupational experience: Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Preferred experience: Previous pulmonary function skills are preferred
• Proficiency in exercise and metabolic testing is preferred
• Experience providing patient instruction in smoking cessation, COPD or asthma management is preferred