MedStar Health
Respiratory Therapist - Pulmonary Function Tech
MedStar Health, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Respiratory Therapist - Pulmonary Function Tech
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General Summary of Position
Responsible for performing adult pulmonary function testing, stress testing arterial punctures, and pulse oximetry for the laboratories in the Department of Medicine. Performs patient testing on adult patients, evaluates patient status, and provides appropriate treatment and diagnostic tests. Maintains confidential patient files. Acts as a resource and consults with physicians on matters pertaining to diagnostic testing. Performs operations calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of diagnostic, therapeutic, and computer equipment. The incumbent can perform inventory and ordering of supplies and medicine.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
Independently performs all specified pulmonary function tests requested by the physicians within and outside of the Medical Center. These include but are not limited to: spirometry flow loops, Helium dilution, nitrogen washout, plethysmographic lung volume, diffusion capacity, bronchiolizer & methacholine studies, arterial blood gas draws, pulse oximetry and maximum inspiratory and expiratory pressure measurements. Performs bronchospasm evaluations to determine the effect of medication on pulmonary abilities reflected by previous pulmonary function studies.
Makes notations of test results and calibration from equipment for the physician review. Modifies treatment and testing plans to appropriate pediatric format for all non‑adult patients.
Completes all patient histories, demographic data, & billing information maintaining the confidentiality of all records and files. Updates and maintains the patient database. Schedules appointments and follow‑ups and makes appropriate confirmation calls. Completes all paperwork for each patient visit taking care to utilize the correct codes and documentation for follow‑up.
Offers instruction and therapy in anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system with regard to specific diseases, use of an inhaler aerosol inhalation, chest percussion, postural drainage, exercises, pursed lips or abdominal breathing, and coughing techniques.
Orders all medical miscellaneous and drug supplies for each laboratory use. Maintains cleanliness, order and safety of labs. Keeps equipment in good functioning order, requesting maintenance service when needed. Sterilizes and cleans equipment according to standards and procedural guidelines.
Performs all required calibrations as needed and maintains documentation for review by regulatory agencies (IE DCRA JACHO).
Maintains files for completed testing.
Performs billing for physician part of the neuro‑diagnostic testing maintains records and files completed paperwork appropriately.
Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts. Participates in multi‑disciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
Minimal Qualifications
Education
Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or equivalent degree in an allied health profession with concentrated study in mathematics and/or physics required.
Consideration will be given to an appropriate combination of education/training and experience required.
Experience
Statistical knowledge is essential. Knowledge of arterial blood draws, spirometry flow volume loops, dLCO, lung volumes, bronchodilator and methacholine measurements and calibrations. Knowledge of both adult and pediatric pulmonary functions and test procedures required.
Advanced life support preferred.
Licenses and Certifications
CRT – Certified Respiratory Therapist or Certified Pulmonary Function Technician (CPFT) or Professional Registration as a Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) must be obtained within 1 year required.
Cert: Pulmonary Function Technician – CPFT, CRT or RPFT must be obtained required.
Knowledge Skills And Abilities
Verbal ability is required to understand medical terminology and technical language.
Good written communication skills and computer knowledge are essential.
Manual dexterity is required to operate equipment and perform pulmonary functions tests.
Must be technical with regard to the orientation of work ethics and patient interaction.
This position has a hiring range of USD $35.68 – USD $64.71 /hr.
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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Respiratory Therapist - Pulmonary Function Tech
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MedStar Health
Be among the first 25 applicants
General Summary of Position
Responsible for performing adult pulmonary function testing, stress testing arterial punctures, and pulse oximetry for the laboratories in the Department of Medicine. Performs patient testing on adult patients, evaluates patient status, and provides appropriate treatment and diagnostic tests. Maintains confidential patient files. Acts as a resource and consults with physicians on matters pertaining to diagnostic testing. Performs operations calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of diagnostic, therapeutic, and computer equipment. The incumbent can perform inventory and ordering of supplies and medicine.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
Independently performs all specified pulmonary function tests requested by the physicians within and outside of the Medical Center. These include but are not limited to: spirometry flow loops, Helium dilution, nitrogen washout, plethysmographic lung volume, diffusion capacity, bronchiolizer & methacholine studies, arterial blood gas draws, pulse oximetry and maximum inspiratory and expiratory pressure measurements. Performs bronchospasm evaluations to determine the effect of medication on pulmonary abilities reflected by previous pulmonary function studies.
Makes notations of test results and calibration from equipment for the physician review. Modifies treatment and testing plans to appropriate pediatric format for all non‑adult patients.
Completes all patient histories, demographic data, & billing information maintaining the confidentiality of all records and files. Updates and maintains the patient database. Schedules appointments and follow‑ups and makes appropriate confirmation calls. Completes all paperwork for each patient visit taking care to utilize the correct codes and documentation for follow‑up.
Offers instruction and therapy in anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system with regard to specific diseases, use of an inhaler aerosol inhalation, chest percussion, postural drainage, exercises, pursed lips or abdominal breathing, and coughing techniques.
Orders all medical miscellaneous and drug supplies for each laboratory use. Maintains cleanliness, order and safety of labs. Keeps equipment in good functioning order, requesting maintenance service when needed. Sterilizes and cleans equipment according to standards and procedural guidelines.
Performs all required calibrations as needed and maintains documentation for review by regulatory agencies (IE DCRA JACHO).
Maintains files for completed testing.
Performs billing for physician part of the neuro‑diagnostic testing maintains records and files completed paperwork appropriately.
Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts. Participates in multi‑disciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
Minimal Qualifications
Education
Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or equivalent degree in an allied health profession with concentrated study in mathematics and/or physics required.
Consideration will be given to an appropriate combination of education/training and experience required.
Experience
Statistical knowledge is essential. Knowledge of arterial blood draws, spirometry flow volume loops, dLCO, lung volumes, bronchodilator and methacholine measurements and calibrations. Knowledge of both adult and pediatric pulmonary functions and test procedures required.
Advanced life support preferred.
Licenses and Certifications
CRT – Certified Respiratory Therapist or Certified Pulmonary Function Technician (CPFT) or Professional Registration as a Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) must be obtained within 1 year required.
Cert: Pulmonary Function Technician – CPFT, CRT or RPFT must be obtained required.
Knowledge Skills And Abilities
Verbal ability is required to understand medical terminology and technical language.
Good written communication skills and computer knowledge are essential.
Manual dexterity is required to operate equipment and perform pulmonary functions tests.
Must be technical with regard to the orientation of work ethics and patient interaction.
This position has a hiring range of USD $35.68 – USD $64.71 /hr.
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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