Pulmonary Function Tech Clinic
About The Position
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area. Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth. Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care. We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.
Requirements
- Graduation from an approved school of Respiratory Therapy
- 1-3 years of related work experience that would demonstrate attainment of the requisite job knowledge/abilities.
- Respiratory Care Practitioner: WA
- Basic Life Support - CPR
Nice To Haves
- Work experience in the specialty area
Responsibilities
- Performing pulmonary function, lung-capacity, diffusion capacity, and blood/oxygen tests to gather data for use by a physician in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary disorders.
- Administering pulmonary function testing and procedures on patients with suspected lung disorders.
- Administering medications pertinent to pulmonary function testing.
- Calibrating, maintaining, and troubleshooting pulmonary function testing equipment to assure proper operation.
- Following proper channels of communication in handling daily and routine problems and recognizing issues that need referral to management.
- Performing standardized diagnostic pulmonary function studies, as directed by physician orders and in accordance with all safety, risk management and protocol standards.
- Processing patient samples as required with regard to requested tests and type of insurance.
- Assisting physician with other procedures as appropriate within scope of licensure/certification.
- Assisting physicians with thoracentesis.
- Maintaining pulmonary function testing equipment in accordance with established procedures.
- Working with authorized parties to satisfy requests for documentation.
- Demonstrating proper use of communication tools/materials for effective communication and understanding how the culture(s) of patient populations can affect communication, collaboration and the provision of care, treatment and services.
- Demonstrating knowledge and proper skills associated with the department’s defined specific populations served.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
