Respiratory Assistant/Pulmonary Function Technician

Mayo Clinic•Rochester, MN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The technologist is responsible for instructing and administering a variety of pulmonary diagnostic tests. All procedures are performed with only the patient and technologist in the testing room. Must have excellent communication and patient assessment skills. Ensures that tests meet or exceed the American Thoracic Society (ATS) and European Respiratory Society (ERS) standards and follow the guidelines incorporated in the laboratory's standard policy and procedure manual (SOPs). Responsible for reviewing patient test results and independently making decisions for additional testing according to lab protocol. Is accountable for calibration, proper use, and routine maintenance of all equipment. Responsible for accuracy and completeness of work performed.

Requirements

Credentialed Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) or Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT), or a Respiratory Therapist licensed by the State of Minnesota.
For a non-credentialed candidate, 62 semester hours of college credits including college credit level courses in biology and mathematics.
Current Basic Life Support training prior to starting.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with patients/people (healthcare, coaching, childcare, education, etc.).
Independent problem solving skills.
Ability to be an effective team member.
Good human relation skills.
Exceptional communication skills (70-80% of time spent instructing patients).