Pulmonary Function Technician - 12hrs/Day Shift

Cooley Dickinson Hospital; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc. in Northampton, MA is seeking a Pulmonary Function Technician to perform pulmonary function testing, set up equipment, explain procedures, and obtain informed consent.

You will collect and analyze data, ensure accurate documentation, and maintain testing equipment in a patient-centered environment. The role requires collaboration with clinicians, attention to detail, and the ability to educate patients about tests and results.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in respiratory care required.
• Respiratory Therapist license in Massachusetts required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate pulmonary function testing equipment.
• Explain the tests to patients and obtain informed consent.
• Collect and analyze data from pulmonary function tests.
• Maintain pulmonary function testing equipment and order supplies.
• Document pulmonary function test results and communicate findings to physicians.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Patient education

Education

Associate's degree in respiratory care

Tools

Pulmonary function testing equipment

Job description

Site: Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc.Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.Job SummaryResponsible for performing pulmonary function tests on patients. This includes setting up and operating pulmonary function testing equipment, explaining the tests to patients, and collecting and analyzing data. The Pulmonary Function Technician will also be responsible for maintaining the pulmonary function testing equipment and ordering suppliesThis position is part of the 1199SEIU Bargaining Unit at Cooley Dickinson Hospital.This position reports to the Clinical Manager, Respiratory Care and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures.QualificationsQualifications:Associate's degree in respiratory care requiredRespiratory Therapist license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required.Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association required.Experience with pulmonary function testing equipment 1 year preferredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Attention to detail.Ability to explain pulmonary function tests to patients.Ability to collect and analyze data from pulmonary function tests.Ability to maintain pulmonary function testing equipment.Additional Job Details (if applicable)Essential Functions:Set up and operate pulmonary function testing equipment.Explain the tests too patients and obtain their informed consent.Collect and analyze date from the pulmonary function tests.Maintain the pulmonary function testing equipment and order supplies.Document pulmonary function test results.Communicate test results to physicians and other healthcare providers.Provide patient education and support.Performs other duties as assigned.Complies with all policies and standardsRemote TypeOnsiteWork Location30 Locust StreetScheduled Weekly Hours12Employee TypeRegularWork ShiftDay (United States of America)Pay Range$33.71 - $46.87/HourlyGradeSC3C51At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.EEO Statement:1910 Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.Mass General Brigham Competency FrameworkAt Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.