Pulmonary Function Lab Specialist - Day Shift (Per Diem)

nyp; New York (NY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Part time

Job summary

NewYork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital is seeking a Pulmonary Function Technologist for the Per Diem - Days shift. The lab performs spirometry, lung volumes, diffusion capacity, and arterial puncture testing with state-of-the-art equipment.

Responsibilities include preparing and validating equipment, collecting data, and ensuring quality control to meet high standards. Candidate must have an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy, NY-licensed RT, BCLS certification, and about 1 year of

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification required.
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist by NY Education Dept.
• 1 year experience in spirometry, lung volumes, diffusion capacity, six minute walk testing, and arterial blood sampling/analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform pulmonary function tests including spirometry, lung volumes, diffusion capacity, airway resistance, thoracic gas volume, respiratory muscle strength, and arterial puncture testing.
• Prepare equipment by selecting, assembling and verifying functionality and cleanliness.
• Collect and evaluate clinical data, while performing and evaluating quality control data.
• Maintain high standards and adhere to lab procedures and safety guidelines.

Skills

Spirometry tests

Lung volumes tests

Arterial blood sampling

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Basic Cardiac Life Support certification

Licensed Respiratory Therapist (NY Education Dept)

Job description

NewYork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital is seeking a Pulmonary Function Technologist for the Per Diem - Days shift. The lab performs spirometry, lung volumes, diffusion capacity, and arterial puncture testing with state-of-the-art equipment.

Responsibilities include preparing and validating equipment, collecting data, and ensuring quality control to meet high standards. Candidate must have an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy, NY-licensed RT, BCLS certification, and about 1 year of