Pulmonary Function Tech — Research Lab Specialist

Kelly; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Health, vision & dental plans

Paid leave and federal holidays

401K plan

Job summary

Kelly Government Solutions supports NIHs research initiatives by supplying skilled Pulmonary Function Technicians to the NIH. The role focuses on performing comprehensive lung function tests and ensuring accurate data collection for NHLBI projects.

The contractor will calibrate and maintain PFT equipment, monitor patient safety, and help develop SOPs while training staff and trainees in test procedures. A biology background and relevant certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology or related field.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of research experiments within the laboratory's overall research program.
• Perform pulmonary function tests (PFT), cardiopulmonary exercise tests (CPET), 6-minute walk tests, impulse oscillometry (IOS), methacholine challenge, and exhaled nitric oxide measurements.
• Monitor patients' physiological responses during testing, consult a physician if an adverse reaction occurs, and provide first aid.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort during studies, including collecting arterial blood gases.
• Set up, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot PFT and exercise testing equipment, and perform quality measures so it runs safely.
• Assist the lead contact with equipment technical support and QA, including building and running a comprehensive QA database.
• Help develop SOPs for CPET, methacholine challenge, exhaled nitric oxide, and IOS testing.
• Document clinical information in patient electronic medical records and verify orders and pre-study administrative steps.
• Train and mentor staff, trainees, and health care personnel on test procedures and equipment use.
• Protect confidentiality and PII under the Privacy Act, and maintain required licensure and current knowledge of policies and technologies.

Skills

PFT testing

QA testing

Data collection

Equipment troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology

Job description

Kelly Government Solutions supports NIHs research initiatives by supplying skilled Pulmonary Function Technicians to the NIH. The role focuses on performing comprehensive lung function tests and ensuring accurate data collection for NHLBI projects.

The contractor will calibrate and maintain PFT equipment, monitor patient safety, and help develop SOPs while training staff and trainees in test procedures. A biology background and relevant certifications are required.