Pulmonary Function Technologist
Carle
Pulmonary Function Technologist
- Category
- Allied Health
- Position Type
- Part-Time
- Remote
- No
- Shift
- Day
- Schedule
- M-F 3, 8 hour shifts 1 week and 2, 8 hour shifts the next week
Overview
Responsibilities
Essential Functions |
| Completes a full range of pulmonary function testing; Administers respiratory care modalities and monitors effects of therapy.
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| Performs accurate documentation.
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| Prepares patient for transportation and transport.
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Department Specific Job Function |
Departmental Functions: |
| Full range of Pulmonary Function Testing including specialty testing, i.e., Basic spirometry, or Pre and Post spirometry; Lung volumes, Diffusion capacity; Aridol/Exercise Asthma Challenge Testing, Methacholine Asthma Challenge, Arterial Blood Gases, and FeNO (fraction Exhaled Nitric Oxide) also includes pulse oximetry testing for oxygen qualification or oxygen re-certification; 6 min walk simple pulmonary stress testing.
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Documentation: |
Performs accurate documentation in EPIC electronic medical record. Fax required testing information to outside referrals and DME companies (Home 02 Qualify / recertification). |
Quality Control: |
Performs quality control / calibration on all pulmonary function equipment. |
Test Reports: |
Prepares test reports and patient for the follow-up appointments with the provider. |
Education: |
Educates patients as needed on disease processes, medications and their delivery methods. |
Qualifications
Education Level | Field of Study |
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College Diploma | Respiratory Therapy |
Licenses/Certifications |
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Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) | And |
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA) | And |
Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) within 2 years - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) | Or |
Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) within 2 years - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) |
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Work Experience | Length of Experience |
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Respiratory therapy | 1+ years |
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Specialized Knowledge and Skills Requirements |
| Keyboard skills/typing/phone skills. General clerical skills including ability to use a fax machine, copier, etc. Communication skills, written and verbal |
Carle Health Company Overview
Find it here.
Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.
Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance™. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com.
Salary Range
Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
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