Pulmonary Function Lab Technologist

MyMichigan Medical Group; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

MyMichigan Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist to perform pulmonary diagnostic testing independently or with physician guidance, administer medications, and educate patients. Responsibilities include 6-minute walk tests, arterial blood gas handling, PFT calibration, result reporting, and maintaining testing logs with careful patient prep and safety measures.

Requirements include an associate degree in Respiratory Therapy, active Michigan license, NBRC credentials or eligibility, and BLS

Qualifications

• Two years of clinical experience in a medical center or similar setting.
• Current State of Michigan Respiratory Care license.
• NBRC RPFT/registry or equivalent credential preferred.
• OSHA safety training completed annually.

Responsibilities

• Performs various types of pulmonary diagnostic testing.
• Maintains records, provides patient education, and administers medications.
• Performs result reporting and patient prep activities.
• Conducts 6-minute walk tests and ABG sample handling.
• Performs PFT equipment calibration and quality control.
• Maintains testing logs and verifies physician orders.
• Monitors patient during testing and intervenes as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Troubleshoot equipment

Communication

OSHA training

Education

Associates Degree

Job description

MyMichigan Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist to perform pulmonary diagnostic testing independently or with physician guidance, administer medications, and educate patients. Responsibilities include 6-minute walk tests, arterial blood gas handling, PFT calibration, result reporting, and maintaining testing logs with careful patient prep and safety measures.

Requirements include an associate degree in Respiratory Therapy, active Michigan license, NBRC credentials or eligibility, and BLS