Pulmonary Function Technician Position Available In Erie, New York

Pulmonary Function Technician RPCI Oncology

PC – 3.5

Williamsville, NY Job Details $22 – $30 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications RRT Vital signs Mid-level Bachelor’s degree 1 year CRT Associate’s degree Communication skills

Full Job Description Description:

We are seeking an experienced Pulmonary Function Technologist (PFT) to join our Pulmonary team in Williamsville, NY . As a trusted leader in oncology and specialty care within community physician practices, Roswell Park Care Network is dedicated to providing outstanding patient care and advancing innovative treatment solutions.

We offer:

Medical Insurance via Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield HRA – employer funded Dental Insurance and Vision Insurance 401(k) with company match Company paid life insurance, options for LTD, Critical Illness, Accident Generous Vacation and Sick time 11 Holidays Schedule is Monday through Friday The pulmonary function technologist (PFT) assesses and tests a patient’s respiratory system to identify potential issues and diagnose lung disease.

Responsibilities:

Greet the patient in the front reception; obtain medical prescription for order set. Explain test fully and clearly to the patient, any concerns for testing should be brought to a physician prior to testing. Take testing to physician immediately following for interpretation and potential office visit. Keep both labs fully stocked with all PFT supplies needed for testing. Inform Practice Administrator of any critical needs such as large orders of filters, Albuterol, tubing. Inform physicians and Practice Administrator of any issues with the PFT machines or computer links. All machine repairs or parts must be approved prior to ordering. The PFT lab must be kept clean and dust free, all garbage is to be taken out daily, machines, tables, chairs are to be cleaned. The floors are to be kept swept and clean. The PFT technician must check with the providers at the end of the day prior to leaving if there is anything else needed or pending. PFT Technician is responsible also for Six minute testing and Oxygen qualifications. Obtain vitals including but not limited to weight, blood pressure, pulse oximeter, current medications. Review the last medical record for testing ordered and obtain hospital and consult records and testing. Six minute walk tests, two minute walk tests upon requests from the physicians. Assist the Physician and Practitioners with patient care and scheduling appointments. Clean and Sanitize patient rooms after each patient, clean and maintain blood pressure cuffs, pulse oximeters. Wipe down patient areas.

Requirements:

Education /

Experience:

Associate degree in respiratory care or a related program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum 1-2 years as Pulmonary Function Technologist. Excellent communication both verbal and in writing. Certifications /

Licenses:

PFT – Certified by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Certified respiratory therapist (CRT) or registered respiratory therapist (RRT) credential a plus.