Pulmonary Function Lab Technician

Byrne Dairy; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Syracuse is seeking a Pulmonary Function Lab Technician to perform PFT testing in various settings. Qualified candidates must be a licensed Respiratory Therapist with 3 years of experience. This part-time position includes variable days and shifts with responsibilities including administering therapies and assisting physicians.

Qualifications

• NYS licensed Respiratory Therapist required.
• 3 years post A.A.S. degree Respiratory Therapist experience or Pulmonary function testing experience required.
• Experience in PFT testing preferred.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care; Registered Pulmonary Function Technology Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform all PFT testing according to ATS guidelines.
• Administer positive pressure and aerosol therapy to patients.
• Institute and monitor oxygen therapy on patients.
• Perform pulmonary function tests and radial arterial punctures as needed.

Skills

Licensed Respiratory Therapist

CPR BLS Certification

Lung function testing

Education

A.A.S. in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care

Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care (preferred)

Job description

Pulmonary Function Lab Technician

• Syracuse
• Allied Health
• Part-time
• Opening on: Mar 5 2025
• Respiratory Care Services
• State of New York
• TH Respiratory Therapist 3, NSSL2
• PFT PT2025
• UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)

Job Summary: The Pulmonary Function Lab Technician will perform all PFT testing according to ATS guidelines in all PFT locations (Pediatric and Adult). Perform inpatient, outpatient, and remote PFT testing, as well as calibration, troubleshooting, and maintaining quality assurance records. Will administer positive pressure and aerosol therapy to patients; institute and monitor oxygen therapy on patients; assist physicians in instituting and maintaining continuous ventilation; administer cardio-pulmonary resuscitation; perform pulmonary function tests; perform radial arterial punctures.

Minimum Qualifications: NYS licensed Respiratory Therapist required. A.A.S. in Respiratory Therapy and 3 years post A.A.S. degree Respiratory Therapist experience or Pulmonary function testing experience required. CPR BLS Certified is required.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care, experience in PFT testing preferred. Registered Pulmonary Function Technology Certification preferred.

Work Days: Variable days and shifts

Message to Applicants: Accepting Pulmonary Function Lab Technician applications for current and future part-time openings. Positions located at the Community and Downtown campuses.

Recruitment Office: Human Resources

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