PULMONARY REHAB TECH - OAKS, PA (per diem)(Temple Health/Temple Faculty Physicians)

Temple University Health System, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Pulmonary Rehab Technician for per diem work in Oaks, PA. Responsibilities include conducting pulmonary function tests and exercise studies. Ideal candidates will have relevant degrees, necessary certifications, and experience in pulmonary rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• CPFT or RPFT certification required within 1 year of hire.
• BLS certification is mandatory.
• 1 Year experience in pulmonary rehabilitation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine pulmonary function testing and cardiopulmonary exercise testing.
• Conduct pulmonary rehabilitation exercise interventions.
• Calibrate equipment and perform quality control procedures.

Skills

Pulmonary Function Testing

Exercise Physiology

Quality Control Procedures

Education

Bachelors Degree in Exercise Physiology or Associates Degree from AMA accredited school

Job description

Job Description - PULMONARY REHAB TECH - OAKS, PA (per diem)(Temple Health/Temple Faculty Physicians) (227049)

PULMONARY REHAB TECH - OAKS, PA (per diem)(Temple Health/Temple Faculty Physicians) - ( 227049 )

The PFT/Rehabilitation Technician performs routine pulmonary function testing (Spirometry, lung volumes, diffusion capacity, airway resistance, thoracic gas volume, respiratory muscle strength. Performs routine exercise studies such as O2 titration and 6 minute walk, resting energy expenditure. Performs cardiopulmonary exercise testing. Performs pulmonary rehabilitation diagnostic and therapeutic exercise to others. CRT/RRT only required for Respiratory Therapist. CPFT or RPFT required within 1 year of hire.

Education
Bachelors Degree in Exercise Physiology or Associates Degree from an AMA accredited school of Respiratory Care

Licensure/ Certification
BLS (Required)
CPFT or RPFT (Required)
CRT or RRT (Required)
ACSM-EP (Preferred)

Experience
1 Year experience in pulmonary rehabilitation and/or pulmonary function testing (Required)
Experience in calibrating equipment, performing quality control procedures, and conducting a clinical exercise test (Preferred)

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Temple Health is a dynamic network of outstanding hospitals, specialty centers, and physician practices that is advancing the fight against disease, pushing the boundaries of medical science, and educating future healthcare professionals. Temple Health consists of Temple University Hospital (TUH), Fox Chase Cancer Center, TUH-Jeanes Campus, TUH-Episcopal Campus, TUH-Northeastern Campus, Temple Physicians, Inc., and Temple Transport Team. Temple Health is proudly affiliated with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.

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An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Temple Faculty Physicians, the academic practice plan of Temple Health, is made up of more than 500 employed physicians who are the cornerstone of clinical care and teaching for Temple's healthcare enterprise. These physicians practice in 20 academic departments encompassing virtually every subspecialty in modern medicine.

While remaining committed to our mission of serving patients in our North Philadelphia community, in recent years, Temple Faculty Physicians has expanded its geographic reach beyond Temple University Hospital's Health Sciences campus. Today, Temple faculty physician offices are located at Temple University Hospital and its campuses, satellite offices located in Center City Philadelphia, Fort Washington, PA, Oaks, PA, and various other outpatient settings. This expanded reach has brought Temple medical care closer to home for many of our patients.

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