Pulmonary Function Technologist II

University of Vermont Medical Center; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

University of Vermont Medical Center is seeking a Pulmonary Function Technologist II to independently perform all pulmonary function tests as ordered by physicians, assist with bronchoscopies, and monitor patients through procedures and recovery. Requires NBRC-registered RT, Vermont licensure, and BLS/ACLS, with preferred PFT technologist credentials.

The role emphasizes teamwork with the pulmonary department, adherence to safety protocols, and participation in flexible scheduling to support

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Respiratory Program.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist by NBRC.
• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in Vermont.
• Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist within one year of hire date.
• Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist preferred.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform all modes of pulmonary function testing as ordered by a physician.
• Assist with bronchoscopies, interventional bronchoscopies and other invasive procedures.
• Monitor and recover patients after treatment.
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams to ensure patient safety and workflow efficiency.

Education

Graduate from an accredited Respiratory Program

Registered Respiratory Therapist by the NBRC

Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in Vermont

Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist within one year of hire date

Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist, preferred

Current BLS and ACLS certification

Job description

Healthier Communities. Healthiest Lives. Together.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Pulmonary Function Technologist II (PFT) independently provides all modes of pulmonary function testing as ordered by a physician, assists with bronchoscopies, interventional bronchoscopies and other invasive procedures, and monitors and recovers patients after treatment.

EDUCATION

• Graduate from an accredited Respiratory Program
• Registered Respiratory Therapist by the NBRC
• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in Vermont
• Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist within one year of hire date
• Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist, preferred
• Current BLS and ACLS certification

This position requires verification of your college transcript. Please be prepared to provide a copy should you be invited for an interview.

EXPERIENCE

• Two years of experience in a PFT lab preferred
• Bronchoscopy, Interventional Bronchoscopy and Cardio-Pulmonary Stress testing preferred

SHIFT NOTE

Shift is commonly 7:00am -4:30pm. The role can require later hours for bronchoscopy procedures, which could be 2 or 3 days per week. Weekend work is not routinely scheduled. From time to time, employees may choose to assist with emergent bronchoscopy procedures on a voluntary basis.

BENEFITS

This role is benefits eligible - UVMHN Main Staff