Pulmonary Function Technologist II (RT/PFT)

National Jewish Health; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 105,100,000 - 138,914,000; Full time

Job summary

National Jewish Health is seeking a skilled Pulmonary Physiology Specialist to perform high-quality testing per ATS, AARC, and CAP standards. You will lead a specialty area and mentor technicians in the assigned area, ensuring safe and accurate patient care.

You will maintain thorough documentation, participate in quality improvements, and stay current with NBRC education requirements while operating and maintaining related equipment in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• NBRC credentials required (RRT/RPFT/CRT/CPFT/RCEP).
• Current Colorado license to practice Respiratory Care (DORA) and BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Performs high quality Pulmonary Physiology Testing per ATS/AARC/CAP standards.
• Leads specialty area and trains technicians in the assigned area.
• Maintains documentation accurately and participates in quality improvement.
• Operates and maintains equipment per safety policies.
• Monitors quality of testing results and adheres to NBRC continuing education requirements.

Skills

NBRC credentials

Education

Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor’s of Science

Bachelor’s in Exercise Physiology

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible and accountable for performing quality Pulmonary Physiology Testing in accordance with the standards set forth by American Thoracic Society (ATS), the American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC) and College of American Pathologists (CAP). This position works within interdisciplinary teams to provide safe and personalized care for the patient. This position leads a specialty area of the department and is responsible for maintaining the highest standards of testing and training of all assigned technicians in the specified area.

• Performs high quality Pulmonary Physiology Testing to assist the physician in the diagnosis of Pulmonary-Cardiopulmonary conditions in accordance with ATS, AARC and CAP standards.
• Provides guidance to less experienced staff to assure high quality exams on all patients while serving as a role model for customer service.
• Prepares and completes all required documentation in a thorough and accurate manner.
• Participates in quality improvement processes on an on-going basis, including monitoring quality control subjects and results in specific area of responsibility. Completes assigned project work in area of responsibility.
• Performs all related responsibilities associated with Pulmonary Physiology testing to include operating and maintaining equipment in accordance with hospital and department safety policy and procedures.
• Monitors the quality of testing results produced in specific area of responsibility.
• Maintains continuing education requirements as outlined by specific credentials through the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and institutional policies.

Other Duties

• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Accountability: Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member; displays honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems quickly; displays a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals; demonstrates a commitment to National Jewish Health.
• Attention to Detail: Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time. Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
• Coaching and Teaching Others: Providing timely guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem.
• Peer Relationships: Interacts with others in a constructive, positive, and respectful manner, regardless of individual differences. Assists team members or co-workers in achieving personal goals and completing assignments.
• Patient Relations: Meeting patient and patient family needs; taking responsibility for a patient’s safety, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes; using appropriate interpersonal techniques to resolve difficult patient situations and regain patient confidence.
• Initiative: Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive.
• Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.

Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility: None

Travel: None

Core Values

• Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.
• Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
• Be well groomed, appropriately for your role and wear ID Badge visibly.
• Be in compliance with all departmental and institutional policies, the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and completes NetLearning by due date annually.
• Promotes a workplace culture based on mutual respect and merit, where all individuals are treated fairly and provided with equal opportunity to contribute to the mission and goals of the institution.
• Adheres to safe working practices and at all times follows all institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures.
• Wears appropriate PPE as outlined by the infection control policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates compliance with all state, federal and all other regulatory agency requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy, Associates, Bachelors in Science, or Bachelors in Exercise physiology required.
• Work Experience: A minimum of 2 years recent and related experience required.
• Special Training, Certification or Licensure: National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentials as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT), a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), a Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT), a ACSM Certified Exercise specialist (CES), or a Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist (RCEP) required. CRTs and RRTs are required to have a current State of Colorado License to practice Respiratory Care as defined by DORA. BLS required.

Salary Range: $36.66 - $48.48

Benefits

At National Jewish Health, we recognize that our outstanding faculty and staff are the essence of our organization. For every aspect of health care, our employees are our greatest asset. With that in mind, we have designed a valuable, comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and their families.

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Multiple Cigna health plans for Colorado, regional office and remote employees. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available to pair with some plans.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO accruals to use for vacation and sick days, and six paid holidays, all compliant with Colorado state sick leave regulations.
• Dental & Vision Plans: Coverage effective the first of the month after hire.
• Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer contributions after two years.
• Wellness Incentives: Earn up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually for full-time and part-time employees.
• Child Care Assistance: Childcare Flex Spending Account (FSA) with annual employer contribution.
• Loan Forgiveness: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
• Disability & Life Insurance: Employer-paid plans and optional buy-up choices.
• Voluntary Benefits: Full suite of coverage options such as Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Plan
• Exclusive Discounts: Savings on local services, insurance, and RTD bus passes.