Pulmonary Function Therapist / Night / SEIU - E

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

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist in Pittsburgh, PA to provide pulmonary function diagnostic testing, rehabilitation, and assistance with bronchoscopies. The role involves performing accurate patient test results, maintaining equipment, and documenting billing while ensuring compliance with health guidelines.

Applicants must have a degree in respiratory therapy, Pennsylvania licensure, and certification as a Respiratory Therapist. Preferred qualifications include additional certifications and relevant experience in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved respiratory therapy program.
• Must hold Pennsylvania licensure as a Respiratory Therapist.
• CPR certification from American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Perform pulmonary function testing and arterial blood gas punctures.
• Provide inpatient and outpatient pulmonary rehabilitation.
• Maintain quality control and calibration of equipment.

Skills

Pulmonary function testing

Oximetry evaluations

Bronchoscopy assistance

CPR certification

Patient scheduling

Education

Graduate of an approved respiratory therapy program

Pennsylvania licensure as a Respiratory Therapist

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

Job description

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

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. (5%)

Required Qualifications

• 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 Qualifications

• 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

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