Pulmonary Function Technologist at Akron Children's
Date: 12 hours ago
City: Akron, OH
Contract type: Full time
Full-Time, 40 Hours/Week
Day Shift
Onsite
Summary
The Pulmonary Function Technologist performs diagnostic testing to evaluate patient respiratory health and asses' respiratory disorders.
Responsibilities
Technical Expertise
FTE: 1.000000
Status: Onsite
Day Shift
Onsite
Summary
The Pulmonary Function Technologist performs diagnostic testing to evaluate patient respiratory health and asses' respiratory disorders.
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.
Technical Expertise
- 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.
- 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.
- Experience working with an electronic medical record system (i.e. EPIC) is preferred.
- Education: 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.
- Certification: 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.
- Years of relevant experience: 2 years' experience as a pediatric RRT is preferred. Experience in pediatric PFT Lab is preferred.
- Years of supervisory experience: None.
FTE: 1.000000
Status: Onsite
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