Pulmonary Function Tech: Patient-Centered Diagnostics

Massachusetts General Hospital; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is hiring a Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) Technologist to join the patient care team. You will perform spirometry, DLCO, body plethysmography, and oximetry, documenting results in ComPAS and Epic systems.

This role includes training at the main Boston lab for about a month, with primary work at MGH Waltham, and a focus on patient- and family-centered care within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Guide patients through diagnostic pulmonary evaluations, including spirometry with pre- and post-bronchodilator assessments.
• Body plethysmography.
• Diffusing capacity (DLCO).
• Oximetry at rest and/or during exercise.
• Maintain annual competencies in relevant technical skills.
• Report and contribute to troubleshooting for equipment or software maintenance and performance concerns.
• Accurately document testing information in ComPAS and Epic systems.
• Approximately 1 month of training at our main Boston lab, followed by a primary work location at MGH Waltham.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document PFTs according to established protocols.
• Ensure testing areas are stocked and equipment is calibrated and maintained.
• Participate in continuing education and team meetings.
• Demonstrate professionalism and patient-centered care at all times.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Patient interaction

Teamwork

Diagnostic testing

Education

High School diploma or GED

BS or BA in Science preferred

Job description

Mass General Brigham is hiring a Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) Technologist to join the patient care team. You will perform spirometry, DLCO, body plethysmography, and oximetry, documenting results in ComPAS and Epic systems.

This role includes training at the main Boston lab for about a month, with primary work at MGH Waltham, and a focus on patient- and family-centered care within a collaborative team environment.