Pulmonary Function Test Specialist

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association; East Middlebury (VT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association seeks a Respiratory Therapist to work in a Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) Clinic, performing comprehensive tests and contributing to patient care.

You will monitor test data for accuracy, educate patients on respiratory therapies, and collaborate with pulmonologists, nurses, and allied health professionals to deliver coordinated care.

This role emphasizes evidence-based practice and leveraging advanced technology in testing to improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of pulmonary function testing procedures and respiratory therapy techniques.
• Ability to collaborate with physicians, nurses and staff.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive pulmonary function tests including spirometry, lung volumes and diffusion studies to aid in diagnosis and management of pulmonary conditions.
• Monitor patient responses and ensure precise data collection for accurate clinical assessment.
• Provide patient education on respiratory therapies and self-management strategies.
• Collaborate with pulmonologists, nurses, and allied health professionals to deliver coordinated care.
• Utilize advanced technology and adhere to evidence-based protocols in testing and patient care.

Skills

PFT procedures

Respiratory therapy

Team collaboration

Patient education

Job description

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association seeks a Respiratory Therapist to work in a Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) Clinic, performing comprehensive tests and contributing to patient care.

You will monitor test data for accuracy, educate patients on respiratory therapies, and collaborate with pulmonologists, nurses, and allied health professionals to deliver coordinated care.

This role emphasizes evidence-based practice and leveraging advanced technology in testing to improve patient outcomes.