Pulmonary Technologist

112 North Carolina Baptist Hospital; Ardmore (NC); On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Certified Pulmonary Function Technician to join the Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Pulmonary Diagnostics team. The role concentrates on arterial blood gas assessment, lung function testing, and ensuring quality standards within a busy clinical lab.

Required CPFT/RRT credentials with prospective RPFT preferred, and a commitment to ongoing student education. Work hours are Monday–Friday with a 40-hour work week, benefiting from Advocate Health's comprehensive

Qualifications

• Must have AMA respiratory care program graduation or NBRC registry eligibility.
• Two years of Pulmonary Lab experience with certification/registry eligibility.
• CPFT within 6 months and RRT licensed; RPFT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtains arterial blood gases for acid-base and oxygenation status.
• Calibrates equipment daily to maintain accuracy.
• Performs pulmonary function testing including spirometry and flow-volume loops.
• Administers six minute walk test and oxygen therapy as needed.
• Supports quality improvement activities and education of students.

Skills

Professional communication

Diagnostic testing accuracy

Teaching residents/students

Education

AMA respiratory care program

NBRC registry eligibility

Job description

Position Details

• Department: 36408 Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Pulmonary Diagnostics
• Status: Full time
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hours Per Week: 40
• Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday - Friday 7:30 am to 4:30pm
• Pay Range: $33.05 - $49.60

Education / Experience

Graduate of an AMA program for respiratory care or satisfies the requirements as outlined in the admissions policies of the NBRC for registry examinations and/or two years experience in a Pulmonary Lab with certification and registry eligibility. One to two years of work experience in a Pulmonary Lab and/or Respiratory Care Department preferred.

Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration

Certified Pulmonary Function Technician (CPFT) within 6 months of hire and Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care. Licensed to practice as an RCP in the applicable state. Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care preferred.

Essential Functions

Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building Obtains arterial blood gases for acid-base and oxygenation status which aids in diagnosis and treatment Calibrates all equipment on a daily basis to ensure calibration within standard deviation of equipment specifications Ensures quality improvement activities to uphold standards of the laboratory Provides a clinical experience for students to enhance their knowledge and clinical skills. Administers pulmonary function testing, including spirometry, flow volume loops with and without bronchodilator Administers six minute walk test, pulse oximetry studies, oxygen therapy and nebulizer treatments Provides diagnostic testing obtaining optimal patient effort and results Maintains professional and technical knowledge Administers medications/drugs during testing and procedures in accordance with protocols and departmental policies/procedures Ensures age/developmentally appropriate patient care is provided in accordance with Age-Specific Care Guidelines for the specific age groups served

Skills / Qualifications

Communicates on a professional level with physicians, nurses and other ancillary staff Provides quality results for diagnostic testing Provides a teaching environment for students

Work Environment

Occasional work with toxic chemicals Subject to long, stressful hours Comfortable climate, well lit Frequently exposed to the risk of droplet and bloodborne diseases in collecting patient's specimens Occasionally exposed to radiation. Potential exposure to airborne pathogens (TB)

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care