Cardiopulmonary/Pulmonary Function Technician - Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine
Core
Performs pulmonary function studies on patients in a clinical laboratory, preparing equipment and analyzing test samples.
Role type
Clinical technician (pulmonary function testing)
Builds
Diagnostic test results for patient care
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Laboratory
Required skills
Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT), Basic Life Support (BLS), Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Respiratory Care Practitioner licensure
Preferred skills
Effective Written Communication, Interpersonal Communication, Oral Communications
Technologies
Clinical/diagnostic equipment, PFT equipment
Responsibilities
Prepares and calibrates PFT equipment, Performs tests according to American Thoracic Society Guidelines, Collects test samples and performs initial analysis, Maintains departmental policies and safety standards, Assists in billing and data entry
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC
