Pulmonary Function Tech - Part Time Lab Specialist

The University of Kansas Health System; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Part-time Pulmonary Function Technician at the Olathe Medical Pavilion to perform routine and specialized tests, calibrate equipment, and maintain infection control standards. You will hold an Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy or equivalent training, be licensed as an RT in KS or MO, and obtain NBRC credential within a year with BLS within 30 days.

Prior pulmonary lab experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy or equivalent military training.
• 2+ years experience in respiratory therapy or practicum in pulmonary function testing as part of respiratory therapy curriculum.
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RT) - KS or MO upon hire
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - NBRC within 1 Year
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) - AHA within 30 Days

Responsibilities

• Perform pulmonary function tests (spirometry, lung volumes, DLCO, ABG draws, six-minute walk, CPET) per ATS standards.
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot pulmonary function equipment.
• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize equipment per infection control standards.
• Schedule, register patients, and provide telephone support for the lab.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Education

Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Equivalent military training program

Tools

Pulmonary function equipment

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Part-time Pulmonary Function Technician at the Olathe Medical Pavilion to perform routine and specialized tests, calibrate equipment, and maintain infection control standards. You will hold an Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy or equivalent training, be licensed as an RT in KS or MO, and obtain NBRC credential within a year with BLS within 30 days.

Prior pulmonary lab experience is preferred.