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Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist

Pulmonary Technologist, PRN, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, Winston Salem, North Carolina, United States, 27104

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Pulmonary Technologist, PRN, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist

Department: 36408 Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Pulmonary Diagnostics Status: Part time, Benefits Eligible: No, Hours Per Week: 0, Schedule Details/Additional Information: PRN role - hours will vary Mon-Fri clinic setting Pay Range: $32.45 - $48.70 Education/Experience: Graduate of an AMA program for respiratory care or satisfies the requirements as outlined in the admissions policies of the NBRC for registry examinations and/or two years experience in a Pulmonary Lab with certification and registry eligibility. LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, And/or REGISTRATION: Certified Pulmonary Function Technician (CPFT) within 6 months of hire and Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care. Essential Functions: Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building Obtains arterial blood gases for acid-base and oxygenation status which aids in diagnosis and treatment Calibrates all equipment on a daily basis to ensure calibration within standard deviation of equipment specifications Ensures quality improvement activities to uphold standards of the laboratory Provides a clinical experience for students to enhance their knowledge and clinical skills. Administers pulmonary function testing, including spirometry, flow volume loops with and without bronchodilator Administers six minute walk test, pulse oximetry studies, oxygen therapy and nebulizer treatments Provides diagnostic testing obtaining optimal patient effort and results Maintains professional and technical knowledge Administers medications/drugs during testing and procedures in accordance with protocols and departmental policies/procedures Ensures age/developmentally appropriate patient care is provided in accordance with Age-Specific Care Guidelines for the specific age groups served Skills/Qualifications: Communicates on a professional level with physicians, nurses and other ancillary staff Provides quality results for diagnostic testing Provides a teaching environment for students Work Environment: Occasional work with toxic chemicals Subject to long, stressful hours Comfortable climate, well lit Frequently exposed to the risk of droplet and bloodborne diseases in collecting patient's specimens Occasionally exposed to radiation. Potential exposure to airborne pathogens (TB) Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more. Compensation: Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits And More: Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Atrium Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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