Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (FGP) - Manhattan

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

10h • $39 - $53 • Onsite

About The Position

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is a top-ranked medical school with a 175-year history of shaping medical history. As an integral part of NYU Langone Health, the school is dedicated to improving the human condition through education, research, and patient care. Equity and inclusion are fundamental values, fostering an environment where diverse talent can thrive. This position is responsible for ensuring and coordinating the delivery of prescribed pulmonary function testing services through direct performance of laboratory studies.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy, required.
• Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC; RRT credential) and New York State Respiratory Therapist license OR Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC; CRT credential) and New York State Respiratory Therapy Technician license OR Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care Certification for Pulmonary Function Technology (CPFT).
• Computer competency, including basic understanding of, and ability to work with, Microsoft Windows based pulmonary function software programs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors degree in respiratory care, cardiorespiratory sciences or related area as recognized by the New York State Board for Respiratory Therapy.
• Two years full-time acute care hospital PFT laboratory experience
• Experience in Pulmonary Function Lab highly desired.
• Flexibility to work at various locations.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of accepted standards, policies, procedures, staff responsibilities and instrumentation related to provision of diagnostic pulmonary function testing.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the calibration and operation of laboratory equipment and performance of diagnostic pulmonary function testing.
• Demonstrates proficiency in patient assessment, clinical aerosol delivery and emergency management procedures related to performance of diagnostic pulmonary function testing.
• Demonstrates proficiency in pulmonary function laboratory operations.
• Provides appropriate instruction/education to laboratory staff, patients, family members, nurses, physicians, affiliated students, and other members of the Medical Center community.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Financial security benefits
• Generous time-off program
• Employee resources groups for peer support
• Holistic employee wellness program (physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree