Pulmonary Function Technologist — Lab Diagnostics

UPMC; Pittsburgh, Northern (Allegheny County, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC's Pulmonary Lab seeks a Full-Time Pulmonary Technologist to perform pulmonary function tests and support physicians in Lawrenceville, with travel to satellite locations as needed. The role emphasizes equipment calibration, patient preparation, and ensuring test accuracy.

Primary duties include operating PFT equipment, maintaining sterilization standards, and contributing to staff education and patient care within the lab environment.

Qualifications

• Operates and calibrates pulmonary function equipment.
• Reviews test results for accuracy.
• Prepares patients and explains procedures.
• Assists physicians with bronchoscopies.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor pulmonary function equipment with daily calibration.
• Explain procedures to patients and families; prepare patients for testing.
• Review test results for accuracy and quality control.
• Support physicians during bronchoscopies and related procedures.

Skills

PFT testing

Equipment calibration

Patient instruction

Tools

PFT equipment

Job description

UPMC's Pulmonary Lab seeks a Full-Time Pulmonary Technologist to perform pulmonary function tests and support physicians in Lawrenceville, with travel to satellite locations as needed. The role emphasizes equipment calibration, patient preparation, and ensuring test accuracy.

Primary duties include operating PFT equipment, maintaining sterilization standards, and contributing to staff education and patient care within the lab environment.