Respiratory Therapist - Pulmonary (Per Diem)
Core
Perform Pulmonary Function Tests (PFT) and Spirometry in a clinical setting, calibrate equipment, and educate patients on testing procedures.
Role type
Respiratory Therapist (Pulmonary Function Testing)
Builds
Diagnostic respiratory test results and patient care reports
Domain
Healthcare / Respiratory Therapy
Required skills
Pulmonary Function Testing, Spirometry, PFT machine calibration, Vital signs monitoring, Medical waste disposal, Chart documentation, Patient education, BLS certification
Preferred skills
Window based environment technology experience
Technologies
PFT machines, Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail)
Responsibilities
Perform Pulmonary Function Tests and Spirometry; Calibrate and maintain PFT machines; Educate patients on correct procedural technique; Obtain vital signs (BP, temp, pulse, oxygen saturation, height & weight); Maintain clean and orderly PFT lab; Document chart notes and send reports to physicians; Manage par level supplies for respiratory therapies.
Seniority
Per Diem / Contract