Pulmonary Function Tech
Core
Performs diagnostic pulmonary function tests and assists physicians with bronchoscopy procedures to evaluate lung disease in pediatric patients.
Role type
Pulmonary Function Technician (Respiratory Care Practitioner)
Builds
Diagnostic test results, patient care plans, and clinical data for pediatric pulmonology clinics.
Domain
Healthcare / Respiratory Medicine / Pediatrics
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Spirometry, arterial blood gas drawing, peak cough flow measurement, FeNO testing, impulse oscillometry, bronchoscopy assistance, sputum sample collection, mechanical ventilator operation, CPAP/BiPAP management, tracheostomy care, airway clearance techniques, equipment calibration and maintenance, infection control protocols
Preferred skills
Experience with Cystic Fibrosis patient care, asthma/allergy management, quality improvement projects
Technologies
Spirometers, gas analyzers, oximeters, body boxes, bronchoscopes, mechanical ventilators, CPAP/BiPAP machines, cough assist devices, EMR systems
Responsibilities
Perform routine and advanced pulmonary function studies including flow rates, lung volumes, and diffusing capacity; assist in bronchoscopy procedures including tissue biopsy and cytological washings; educate patients and families on inhaled medications, airway clearance, and device usage; maintain and calibrate respiratory testing equipment and ensure infection control compliance; manage medication supplies and transport biopsy samples.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on clinical staff