Pulmonary Function Therapist / Night / SEIU - E

High Market Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join their team. This role involves performing vital pulmonary function testing and assisting in bronchoscopy procedures, ensuring accurate and timely patient evaluations. You will also provide rehabilitation services in line with recognized clinical guidelines, maintaining high standards of care. If you are passionate about respiratory health and eager to make a significant impact in patient recovery, this opportunity offers a collaborative environment where your skills will be valued and developed further.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved respiratory therapy program and Pennsylvania licensure required.
• Experience in pulmonary/respiratory medicine is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pulmonary function testing and arterial blood gas punctures for patients.
• Provide pulmonary rehabilitation according to established guidelines.

Skills

Pulmonary Function Testing

Arterial Blood Gas Testing

Bronchoscopy Assistance

Oximetry Testing

Patient Care

Infection Prevention

Education

Graduate of an approved respiratory therapy program

Pennsylvania licensure as a Respiratory Therapist

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

Tools

Pulmonary Diagnostic Equipment

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

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