What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pulmonary Function Technician (PFT) position at Respiratory Specialists?
Respiratory Specialists, an expanding pulmonary and sleep practice in the Reading area, is currently seeking qualified candidates to join our team in the Pulmonary Function Lab.
The PFT Lab at Respiratory Specialists offers a full range of pulmonary diagnostics, including complete PFT’s, cardiopulmonary exercise tests, methacholine challenge tests and 6 minute walk studies. PFT team members have the opportunity to perform all testing in a relaxed office environment. Team members work independently and in addition to performing all offered tests, are expected to perform patient assessments, provide patient education, and use critical thinking skills to make sound decisions. Excellent communication skills to interact with a wide variety of patients and staff members are required. Technical skills in troubleshooting equipment are also required. Basic computer skills are a necessity.
Required Licensures and certifications for the PFT Lab include
· Current Pennsylvania Licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner
· Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentialing by the National Board for Respiratory Care
· BLS Health Care Provider
Preferred qualifications
· PFT experience
· Certified or Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist
· ACLS
While experience in PFT is preferred, we are willing to train the right candidate.
Please send resume to contactus@lungmd.net or fax to 610-929-1528
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person