Pulmonary Technician
- Requisition ID
- 183367
- Department
- 200386 Adult Pulmonary
- Schedule
- Full Time - Eligible for Benefits
- Shift
- Day
- Category
- Professionals
Position Purpose | |
The incumbent is responsible for performing pulmonary function tests, which it's sub-components are- spirometry, DLCO, lung volume measurements, airway resistance- using plethysmography, MVV, occasionally FRC and MIP/MEP testing. 6 MWT tests, responsible for the daily calibration of the PFT equipment. | |
Nature and Scope: | |
Pulmonary Function Test Specialists (PFT): are accountable and responsible for the performance of pulmonary function examinations.The Pulmonary Function Test Specialists are required to function as a professional resource person to pulmonary physicians, physicians in training, other medical staff, management, and nursing, regarding the performance, documentation, and interpretation of pulmonary function testing. This position does provide patient care. | |
The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. | |
Minimum Qualifications:Requirements - Required and/or Preferred | |
Education: | Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. High School or GED. |
Experience: | Previous experience in Pulmonary Function preferred, but not required. |
License(s): | |
Certification(s): | Registered Respiratory Therapist preferred. Registered Pulmonary Function Technician preferred, maintain a current BLS card. |
Computer / Typing: | Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc. |
Benefits
Renown Health exists to make a genuine difference in the health and well-being of the people and communities we serve. And it is through your passion that this mission is made real every day. The relationship with employees is the foundation for success as we proceed with our strategic direction. We strive to build upon this solid partnership by offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that meets the diverse needs of employees and their family members.
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Paid Time Off
401(k) Company Match
Flexible Work Environment
Renown Health is northern Nevada's healthcare leader and Reno's only locally owned, not-for-profit health system. We are an entire network of hospitals, primary care offices, urgent care centers, lab services, medical specialties, and x-ray and imaging services - with more than 7,000 nurses, doctors and care providers dedicated to the health and well-being of our community.
For Providers: Renown Health and the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) are affiliate partners in Nevada's first integrated academic health system. The affiliation aims to improve the health of the community, region, and state through research, medical education, and expanded clinical care. Renown physicians participate as joint faculty at UNR Med for teaching, lectures, supervising clinical rotations, and other academic activities for the education of medical and physician assistant students, residents and fellows.