Pulmonary Function Therapist

adventhealth; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 32,662 - 60,738; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

PTO from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Job summary

AdventHealth is seeking a part-time Respiratory Diagnostics professional to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients in pulmonary function testing. The role includes QA, routine maintenance of PFT equipment, and directing specialized measurements of cardiopulmonary function.

Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal requirements and maintains excellent customer service. Responsibilities include calibrations, quality control, equipment maintenance, inventory management, and

Qualifications

• NBRC credential must be maintained as a condition of continued role eligibility.
• All States require NBRC for new hires and incumbents.
• Florida exception allows legacy incumbents to transfer within Florida without an NBRC active credential within a time-limited window.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect spirometry circuits, equipment, and test areas daily.
• Perform and document calibration verification studies.
• Prepare quality control records and documents.
• Conduct calibration checks monthly or after repairs.
• Schedule and perform various pulmonary diagnostic tests and discuss results with providers.

Skills

Quality control

Calibration verification

PFT equipment operation

Linearity checks

Advanced technology use

Education

Associate

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose‑minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403‑B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well‑being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule: Part time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Address: 601 E ROLLINS ST

City: ORLANDO

State: Florida

Postal Code: 32803

Job Description

Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care, and needs of an assigned group of patients. This position provides quality assurance and routine maintenance of pulmonary function testing equipment. Additionally, this role directs specialized measurements of cardiopulmonary function. In addition, this position adheres to all rules and regulations of applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies. This role actively participates in outstanding customer service. Ensures respectful relationships are maintained with all individuals.

• Cleans and disinfects spirometry circuits, portable spirometry care, patient transport equipment, and test areas daily.
• Performs and documents lab calibration verification studies.
• Prepares and assists with the preparation of quality control records and documents.
• Conducts calibration checks and calibrations every thirty days, after repairs, or when accuracy is in question.
• Recognizes and reports quality control deviations and initiates corrective actions immediately.
• Runs and records monthly proficiency testing on pulmonary function testing equipment.
• Documents maintenance and repair work in appropriate logs for pulmonary function equipment.
• Performs and records quality control measurements on pulmonary function testing equipment monthly, after repairs, or when accuracy is in question.
• Utilizes and maintains spirometers and diffusion study equipment, replacing expendable supplies as needed.
• Ensures uninterrupted availability of supplies to the pulmonary laboratory through inventory, record keeping, and restocking.
• Schedules and performs various pulmonary diagnostic tests, discussing and clarifying results with ordering providers.
• Transports or arranges transport for patients to the lab efficiently and in a timely fashion.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to perform quality control measurements and recording [Required]
• Ability to perform: linearity, calibration verification, spirometric, full/advanced pulmonary function, pre/post bronchodilator and nocturnal oximetry studies [Required]
• Ability to utilize, maintain and calibrate pulmonary function equipment [Required]
• Ability to utilize and adapt to state‑of‑the‑art technology, computer systems and applications [Required]
• Effective oral and written communication skills [Required]
• Course of training or internship in pulmonary diagnostic testing [Required]

Education

• Associate [Required]
• Bachelor's [Preferred]

Field of Study

• Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science

Work Experience

• Experience in a full-service pulmonary function laboratory [Preferred]

Additional Information

• NBRC credential must be maintained as a condition of continued role eligibility.
• All States: require NBRC for new hires, and incumbents.
• Florida Exception: legacy incumbents may continue working and may transfer within Florida without a NBRC active credential, subject to an approved, time‑limited transition period.

Licenses and Certifications

• State Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) [Required]
• Active NBRC credentialed Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) [Preferred]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) [Required]
• Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) [Preferred]
• Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements

• Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem

Pay Range

$23.71 - $44.09

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti‑discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.