Houston Methodist
Pulmonary Function Technologist (Sugar Land)
Houston Methodist, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Pulmonary Function Technologist (Sugar Land)
Come lead with us at Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group. At Houston Methodist, the Pulmonary Function Technologist (PFT) position is a competent Respiratory Therapy Practitioner whose primary role is in Pulmonary Function. This position performs basic pulmonary function studies and administers therapy per physician orders. The PFT position provides instruction to both the patient and family/caregiver related to procedures and disease processes and assists in educating practice associates. As a member of the direct patient care team, this position provides direct assistance to physicians and other care health professionals with pulmonary function and related procedures as assigned within the scope of the professional certification. The PFT position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to standards and guidelines established by respiratory and regulatory agencies and Houston Methodist to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service. Essential Functions
Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one other to achieve optimal department results. Communicates effectively with others to facilitate providing the highest quality service during every customer and patient encounter. Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for turnover/retention/employee engagement. Service Essential Functions
Performs respiratory care to include but not limited to: pulse oximetry, body plethmosmography, flow volume loops, lung volume determination, airway resistance measurement, breath diffusion capacity, maximal inspiratory and expiratory pressures and if assigned, bronchodilator administration. Assists in performing various protocols for cardiopulmonary exercise testing, monitoring. Provides care for the physical needs of patients by executing various respiratory care concepts to maximize performance. Uses peer-to-peer accountability to contribute towards improving department score for patient satisfaction. Quality/Safety Essential Functions
Troubleshoots, calibrates and performs preventive maintenance and quality control on all equipment and analyzers per department guidelines, documenting activities. Provides direct assistance to physicians, performing tests as ordered, assessing and assuring quality, acceptability and reliability of results. Contributes to identification of corrective action and improvement activities and to meet department and hospital targets for quality and safety. Finance Essential Functions
Accurately documents all patient care and respiratory-related activities and procedures in the appropriate documentation system. Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Growth/Innovation Essential Functions
Participates in practice projects focused on innovation, efficiency or improvement in patient care and activities. Identifies own learning needs, consults with healthcare team experts and seeks continuing education opportunities to meet those needs. EDUCATION
Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section. Work Experience
One year experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner Licenses And Certifications - Required
RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC) AND RCP - Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner - State Licensure -- by the Texas Medical Board AND CPFT - Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (NBRC) within 1 year AND BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job. Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job. Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus. Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to maintain patient and exam documents. Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Come lead with us at Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group. At Houston Methodist, the Pulmonary Function Technologist (PFT) position is a competent Respiratory Therapy Practitioner whose primary role is in Pulmonary Function. This position performs basic pulmonary function studies and administers therapy per physician orders. The PFT position provides instruction to both the patient and family/caregiver related to procedures and disease processes and assists in educating practice associates. As a member of the direct patient care team, this position provides direct assistance to physicians and other care health professionals with pulmonary function and related procedures as assigned within the scope of the professional certification. The PFT position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to standards and guidelines established by respiratory and regulatory agencies and Houston Methodist to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service. Essential Functions
Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one other to achieve optimal department results. Communicates effectively with others to facilitate providing the highest quality service during every customer and patient encounter. Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for turnover/retention/employee engagement. Service Essential Functions
Performs respiratory care to include but not limited to: pulse oximetry, body plethmosmography, flow volume loops, lung volume determination, airway resistance measurement, breath diffusion capacity, maximal inspiratory and expiratory pressures and if assigned, bronchodilator administration. Assists in performing various protocols for cardiopulmonary exercise testing, monitoring. Provides care for the physical needs of patients by executing various respiratory care concepts to maximize performance. Uses peer-to-peer accountability to contribute towards improving department score for patient satisfaction. Quality/Safety Essential Functions
Troubleshoots, calibrates and performs preventive maintenance and quality control on all equipment and analyzers per department guidelines, documenting activities. Provides direct assistance to physicians, performing tests as ordered, assessing and assuring quality, acceptability and reliability of results. Contributes to identification of corrective action and improvement activities and to meet department and hospital targets for quality and safety. Finance Essential Functions
Accurately documents all patient care and respiratory-related activities and procedures in the appropriate documentation system. Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Growth/Innovation Essential Functions
Participates in practice projects focused on innovation, efficiency or improvement in patient care and activities. Identifies own learning needs, consults with healthcare team experts and seeks continuing education opportunities to meet those needs. EDUCATION
Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section. Work Experience
One year experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner Licenses And Certifications - Required
RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC) AND RCP - Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner - State Licensure -- by the Texas Medical Board AND CPFT - Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (NBRC) within 1 year AND BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job. Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job. Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus. Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to maintain patient and exam documents. Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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