Pulmonary Function Technologist

Akron Children's Center • Akron, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Summary: The Pulmonary Function Technologist performs diagnostic testing to evaluate patient respiratory health and asses' respiratory disorders.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited School of Respiratory Care.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist credential awarded by the National Board for Respiratory Care in Ohio is required.
• Licensed Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in the state of Ohio is required.
• Current Health Care Provider BLS training is required; CPFT or RPFT, PALS, and ACLS certification is required within 1 year of hire and must be maintained throughout employment.
• Strong problem-solving skills are required.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written are required.
• Experience working in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in care of asthma patients with experience in a pediatric PFT laboratory preferred.
• Membership in the American Thoracic Society (ATS) is preferred.
• Experience working with various levels within an organization is required.
• Experience in healthcare is preferred.
• Experience working with an electronic medical record system (i.e. EPIC) is preferred.
• 2 years' experience as a pediatric RRT is preferred.
• Experience in pediatric PFT Lab is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers a variety of pulmonary function test, including, but not limited to, spirometry, lung volume measurements, and diffusion capacity studies.
• Instructs patients and families on proper breathing techniques and ensure their comfort during testing procedures.
• Calibrate and maintain pulmonary function testing equipment to ensure accurate and reliable results.
• Collaborate with Pulmonologist and other Providers to interpret results and contribute to patient care plans.
• Document and maintain accurate records of patient information, test results, and other relevant data in the electronic medical record.
• Educate patients and families about respiratory health, treatment options and lifestyle modifications.
• Follow established protocols and safety guidelines to ensure a secure and effective testing environment.
• Participate in department quality initiatives and proficiency in the pulmonary function testing software.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the physical, psychological, social, educational, and safety needs of the patients served regardless of age.
• Other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed