Pulmonary Function Tech (Registered Respiratory Therapist), Bronchoscopy - PRN

Mayo Clinic; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 67,000; Part time

Job summary

The Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Pulmonary Function Tech (Registered Respiratory Therapist) to perform tests for diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary diseases in the bronchoscopy space, following institutional standards and AARC guidelines.

The role supports Interventional Pulmonary/Bronchoscopy procedures, mentors new staff, participates in quality improvement, and ensures safe, efficient operation of the Bronchoscopy Lab in collaboration with physicians and health care teams.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a NBRC-approved Respiratory Therapy program.
• NBRC credential and Florida license required before start and maintained during employment.
• BS in Respiratory Therapy preferred; prior bronchoscopy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete all necessary documentation for procedures and patient care.
• Coordinate patient transport and monitor during procedures; assist with specimen retrieval.
• Complete lab specimen forms and maintain bronchoscopy equipment knowledge.
• Demonstrate proficiency in aerosol procedures per departmental policies and procedures.
• Support operations in the bronchoscopy lab and assist with interventional pulmonology tasks.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

NBRC-approved Respiratory Therapy program

BS in Respiratory Therapy preferred

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans– to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Responsibilities

The Pulmonary Function Tech, a Registered Respiratory Therapist in the bronchoscopy procedure space, functions independently or in collaboration with physicians or other health care providers. They perform all necessary tests related to the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary diseases to both inpatients and outpatients of all ages in compliancewiththeacceptedprofessional,departmental,andhospitalstandards,whilemaintainingthedailyoperationsofthe hospital-based Mayo Procedural Space and Bronchoscopy Lab.

This incumbent will perform required tasks for Interventional Pulmonary/Bronchoscopy Procedure space, including but not limited to: Robotic Bronchoscopies, Transplant Bronchoscopies, Inpatient Bronchoscopies, EBUS, and other Advanced Interventional Pulmonology procedures.

The Pulmonary Function Tech will provide and develop leadership, through actively participating in roles such as mentorship, onboarding of new Pulm Func Techs, committee involvement, and professional quality improvement projects as needed. The Pulmonary Function Tech will operate within department/institutional procedures and guidelines in conjunction with the American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC) guidelines to function independently and use critical thinking to master skills, such as, cardiopulmonary assessment, mechanical ventilation, noninvasive ventilation, hemodynamic monitoring, Artline insertion, airway management, bedside and procedure space procedures, and other RRT related skills and tasks.

Job Responsibilities

• Completing all necessary documentation
• Coordinating patient transport to and from procedure room, monitoring patient during procedure, preparing for and assisting with specimen retrieval
• Completing lab specimen forms
• Maintaining working knowledge of all bronchoscopy equipment
• Must display proficiency of procedures performed by Respiratory Services in critical and non-critical care patients according to current departmental policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Successful completion of a National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) approved Respiratory Therapy program

NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist credential and active Florida Respiratory Therapist License both required before first day of employment and must be maintained throughout duration of employment.

Additional Qualifications

• Basic computer literacy
• B.S. degree in Respiratory Therapy preferred
• Previous Bronchoscopy Procedure experience preferred
• Additional NBRC credentials preferred
• Responsible for maintaining National and State licensure

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

Experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended. $32.43 - $48.66 per hour.

Benefits Eligible

No

Schedule

Part Time

Hours/Pay Period

Supplemental/As Needed

Schedule Details

As needed.

Weekend Schedule

N/A

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the 'EOE is the Law'. Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.