Pulmonary Function Technician - PRN

JOB SUMMARY:

Uses a combination of cardiopulmonary diagnostic equipment, quantitative and qualitative criteria and communication skills to perform clinical cardiopulmonary testing.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES / CRITICAL TASKS:

• Recognition of technical problems from Q.C. results, qualitative displays of measured parameters and unusual PFT patterns.
• Plan and organize patient testing sessions in such a manner that patient flow through the diagnostic lab is optimized without compromising test quality.
• Performs the following tests in accordance with ATS guidelines: Spirometry, Flow Volume Loops, Static Lung Volumes by Whole Body Plethysmography, Airway Resistance Lung Diffusion, Maximal Inspiratory and Expiratory Pressures, Pulmonary Gas Exchange Stress Testing.
• Provide support and backup assistance as needed for the following procedures: Arterial Blood Gas procurement and analysis, Cardiac Stress Lab, ZIO monitor setup and EKG’s.

ACCOMPANYING KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge and ability to operate equipment
• Good leadership qualities
• Ability to adapt to changing situations
• Must possess excellent customer service skills
• Good organizational and follow-through skills
• Ability to multitask constantly and tolerate interruptions
• Must be able to communicate with patients and staff, and have good organizational, technical, and planning skills
• Must be able to handle stressful situations and make accurate decisions

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary program
• CPR Certified Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in diagnostic setting

REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

• Texas Medical Board Respiratory Care Practitioner License
• Certification Credentials from the National Board of Respiratory Care