BRONCH LAB - PFT RESPIRATORY THERAPIST - PART TIME

Jefferson Regional Med Ctr•Pine Bluff, AR

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bronchoscopy Lab – PFT respiratory therapist oversees the day-to-day operations and scheduling of bronchoscopy and pulmonary function testing procedures. They are responsible for assisting in various diagnostic, interventional, and therapeutic bronchoscopy procedures as well as performing routine and provocation pulmonary function testing on inpatient and outpatient referrals. Additionally, they work with a multidisciplinary team to include Pulmonologists, nurses, CRNA’s, and cytologists.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required.
Technical, Associate, or Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Graduate from an AMA approved Respiratory Therapy program.
Current license with the Arkansas State Medical Board.
Registered through the Nation Board of Respiratory Care.
2+ years of respiratory therapy experience.
BLS required upon hire or before patient care.
ACLS required within 6 months of hire.
Experience in critical care areas.
Experience with Microsoft office.
Must be self-motivated, have the ability to work independently, maintain a high level of accuracy, and have the ability to handle confidential material.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Ability to work collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team, including physicians, nurses, and other respiratory therapists.

Nice To Haves

PALS/NRP preferred.
Experience performing pulmonary function testing preferred.
Experience assisting with bronchoscopy procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversees the day-to-day operations and scheduling of bronchoscopy and pulmonary function testing procedures.
Assists in various diagnostic, interventional, and therapeutic bronchoscopy procedures.
Performs routine and provocation pulmonary function testing on inpatient and outpatient referrals.
Works with a multidisciplinary team including Pulmonologists, nurses, CRNA’s, and cytologists.
Assesses patient needs and adjusts treatment plans as necessary.