Pulmonary Function Therapist / Night / SEIU - E

Highmark Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform pulmonary function testing, arterial blood gas punctures, oximetry, and assist with bronchoscopies for referred patients.

The role includes inpatient and outpatient pulmonary rehabilitation, equipment maintenance, infection control, and accurate documentation. Pennsylvania licensure and NBRC credentials are required; hospital experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved respiratory therapy program and PA licensure or TPP.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) and NBRC credential required.
• Experience in pulmonary testing and rehabilitation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs pulmonary function testing, ABG punctures, oximetry, and bronchoscopy assistance.
• Provides inpatient and outpatient pulmonary rehabilitation per clinical guidelines.
• Maintains calibration, quality control, and records for diagnostic equipment.
• Maintains infection prevention when cleaning reusable equipment.
• Handles billing documentation and departmental records.
• Organizes workload and scheduling of patient testing efficiently.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pulmonary function testing

Bronchoscopy assistance

Ambulatory and inpatient testing

ABG punctures / oximetry

Education

Graduate of approved respiratory therapy program

Pennsylvania Respiratory Therapist licensure or TPP

CRRT/NBRC credential (CRT)

Job description

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description :

GENERAL OVERVIEW

This job provides pulmonary function diagnostic testing, ambulatory oximetry testing, arterial blood gas testing, pulmonary rehabilitation and assists with bronchoscopies for referred patients.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs all pulmonary function testing, arterial blood gas punctures, bronchoscopy assistance, oximetry and home oxygen evaluations, exercise and stress testing and pre-surgical evaluations ensuring specific and accurate patient test results. (50%)
• Provides inpatient and outpatient pulmonary rehabilitation according to the Clinical Practice Guidelines established by the American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC) and the American Association for Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). (25%)
• Maintains proper calibration, quality control and analysis of all pulmonary diagnostic and rehabilitation equipment. Maintains required records of preventive maintenance and repair functions. (5%)
• Maintains proper infection prevention when cleaning reusable patient equipment. (10%)
• Performs all billing documentation and maintains departmental records according to departmental policy/procedures. (5%)
• Organizes and prioritizes workload and scheduling of patient testing in an efficient and effective manner. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Graduate of an approved respiratory therapy program Pennsylvania licensure as a Respiratory Therapist or Temporary Practice Permit (TPP) Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) National Board of Respiratory Care required prior to the expiration of the Temporary Practice Permit (TPP)

Preferred Certified and or Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist Registered with the National Board of Respiratory Care RRT Two years’ experience in pulmonary/respiratory medicine in a hospital setting Experience with pulmonary function testing, bronchoscopy assistance and pulmonary rehabilitation

Additional Employment Requirements

• CPR – American Heart Association Act 34
• Criminal Background Clearance Certificate Act 33
• Child Abuse Clearance Certificate Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Disclaimer

The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement

This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies. As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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