Pulmonary Function Technologist - Westmont

Duly Health And Care • Westmont, IL

311d • $25 - $38

About The Position

The Pulmonary Function Technologist position in Westmont/Naperville focuses on pulmonary testing. This is a full-time role requiring 35-40 hours per week, with hours scheduled from Tuesday to Friday, consisting of four 9-hour days that vary between 7:00 am and 4:00 pm. The position involves working three days in Westmont and one day in Naperville, with travel to other sites as needed for coverage.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree required.
• Current Illinois Respiratory Care Practitioner licensure required.
• Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) preferred but not required; CPFT must be completed within 18 months of hire.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred but not required.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) required.
• Current BLS/CPR certification required.
• A minimum of one year experience as a Pulmonary Function Technologist required.
• Proper evaluation of patients, their clinical response to testing and medication, assessment of patient effort, and independent application of diagnostic protocols.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) preferred.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs pulmonary function testing and applies knowledge and testing protocols to determine the extent of needed testing.
• Performs desaturation (Simple Stress) studies.
• Properly maintains, troubleshoots, and cleans PFT equipment per manufacturers and OSHA guidelines.
• Obtains pertinent patient history.
• Provides patient/family education on disease process and management and how to use medication administration devices correctly.
• Documents work timely, completely, and accurately, including documentation in the patient medical record, department records, and patient billing.
• Functions as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Precepts new employees and respiratory care students.
• Participates in initiatives including work audits and committee participation; develops protocols in conjunction with department leadership.
• Adheres to department policies and procedures; and performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits including healthcare navigation assistance and medical coverage at 100% (after deductible) when utilizing a Duly provider.
• Employer provided life and disability insurance.
• $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year.
• Immediate 401(k) match.
• 40 hours paid volunteer time off.
• A culture committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Social Impact.
• Up to 12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non-physician team members once eligibility requirements are met.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Associate degree