Pulmonary Function Technician

Sturdy Health; Attleboro (MA); On-site; USD 43,904 - 67,681; Part time

Job summary

Sturdy Memorial Hospital is seeking a respiratory care professional to perform pulmonary function testing and outpatient/inpatient respiratory care services. The role emphasizes safe administration of prescribed procedures with attention to patient age diversity from pediatric to elderly.

Responsibilities include accurate test performance, selecting appropriate tests, and applying airway management and oxygen therapy knowledge in alignment with policy guidelines.

Qualifications

• Has completed a Pulmonary Function Test (PFT) experience and demonstrates proficient testing skills.
• Understands selection of tests per physician prescription, diagnosis, symptoms and latest results.
• Knowledge of airway management and oxygen therapy and related care policies.

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory care procedures and pulmonary function tests safely and effectively.
• Provides care for patients across all ages from pediatrics to elderly in outpatient and inpatient settings.

Skills

PFT experience

Testing skills

Assessment & test selection

Airway management

Education

CoArc Respiratory program

Job description

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32

A professional caregiver who primarily provides pulmonary function testing on an outpatient and inpatient basis, as well as outpatient respiratory care services.

Responsible for the safe and effective administration of medically prescribed respiratory care procedures and pulmonary function testing. Provides care that addresses the specific needs of age groups from pediatrics to elderly.

Required Skills/Qualifications/Training/Experience

• PFT experience
• Excellent Testing skills
• knowledge and skills necessary for proper assessment, test selection and performance based on physician prescription, diagnosis, symptoms and emerging test results as well as proper treatment selection in the following areas: airway management, bronchial hygiene and oxygen therapy
• Provides testing and care as outlined in Pulmonary Function and Respiratory Care policies and procedures

Preferred Skills/Qualifications/Training/Experience

• Able to communicate effectively with all age groups and provide education concerning the above mentioned areas

Educational Requirements

• Graduate of an CoArc approved program for Respiratory care or have appropriate clinical experience.

License/Certification

• Current MA Respiratory license.
• CRT, RRT preferred
• BLS certified.
• AS or BA/BS preferred

Age Specific Criteria: Ability to effectively communicate to all age levels served within the scope of the position/assigned areas.

Ability to Meet Job Performance Expectations: Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Salary Range: $31.87-$49.13

Salary Range Details

The pay range displayed on each job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set, and education. This is not inclusive of the value Sturdy Health's benefits package (if applicable), which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement. For annual salaries this is based on full-time employment.

Sturdy Memorial Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer.

There is no discrimination because of race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.