Pulmonary Function Tech (FT; 40hrs/wk) - Temple Physicians Inc, Yardley

Temple University Health System • Philadelphia, PA

8h • Onsite

About The Position

Performs routine pulmonary function testing (Spirometry, lung volumes, diffusion capacity, airway resistance, thoracic gas volume, respiratory muscle strength). Performs routine exercise studies such as oxygen titration and 6-minute walks, resting energy expenditure. Performs set-up and teaching for Home Sleep testing. Trains and educates clinical staff.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree AMA approved school of respiratory care or pulmonary function technology Required
• Cert Pulmonary Function Tech Required or
• Cert Respiratory Therapist Required or
• Reg Pulmonary Function Tech Required
• Basic Life Support Required

Nice To Haves

• 1 year experience in pulmonary rehabilitation and/or pulmonary function testing Preferred
• General Experience in calibrating equipment, performing quality control procedures, and conducting a clinical exercise test Preferred
• Reg Respiratory Therapist Preferred
• Amer College of Sports Med. Preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs routine pulmonary function testing (Spirometry, lung volumes, diffusion capacity, airway resistance, thoracic gas volume, respiratory muscle strength)
• Performs routine exercise studies such as oxygen titration and 6-minute walks, resting energy expenditure
• Performs set-up and teaching for Home Sleep testing
• Trains and educates clinical staff

What This Job Offers

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