Pulmonary Function Tech

Job Title: Pulmonary Function Tech

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Respiratory Care

Req #: 0000229003

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $41.05 – $52.68 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate’s educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Under the supervision of the Respiratory Therapy Site Manager/Respiratory Care Coordinator or designee, the Pulmonary Function Technologist is responsible for the safe and efficient completion of Pulmonary Function Studies and pH/Blood Gas Analysis.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduate of an Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
• Knowledge and clinical skills necessary to provide all services available through the Pulmonary Function Laboratory
• Ability to follow directions accurately, organize and accomplish work as assigned

Preferred:

• Two to three years of Adult critical care, neonatal/pediatric experience preferred.

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Certified or Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist as defined by the National Board for Respiratory Care
• Respiratory Therapist CRT/RRT with skills equivalent to Pulmonary Function Technologist to perform testing as defined by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Active New Jersey State License to practice Respiratory Therapy
• BLS certification required (American Heart Association)

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full Time
• Flexible 8- and 12-Hour shift 7a to 4pm
• PFT scheduled 2 times / week
• Additional Responsibilities include inpatient Respiratory Therapist staff one weekend /month
• 2 Major Holidays One winter one Summer.

Essential Functions:

• Ensures that all pulmonary function tests are performed in accordance with a physicians orders and departmental policy and procedures
• Responsible for setting up, calibration and quality control of all equipment in the pulmonary function laboratory.
• Ensure the generation of reports is done in a timely and accurate manner as related to the Pulmonary Function Laboratory
• Ensures proper decontamination and sterilization of pulmonary function equipment
• Ensures efficient scheduling of pulmonary function studies
• Maintains daily and monthly statistics and reports for Performance review
• Reports to Manager or Pulmonary Physician any incidents or situations which require immediate action.
• Assists manager in maintenance of department policy as they pertain to the Pulmonary Function Laboratory
• Maintain work habits and interpersonal skills that reflect the Mission and Vision Values of the organization.
• Record pertinent information of patient assessment and response to therapy in the medical record according to Policy and Procedure.
• Performs arterial blood gas sampling and analysis according to department policy and procedure manual.
• Perform analysis of pH /blood gas quality controls.
• Responds to Code Blue performs CPR as indicated.
• Conduct intradepartmental and interdepartmental in-service education programs as directed
• Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development
• Meets all requirements of a Respiratory Therapist and assist in performing direct patient care when needed- reassess staffing/patient workload.
• In the absence of the Supervisor/Site Manager- Respiratory care, assumes responsibility for departmental management functions and communicates issues to ADN/Administrator on Call.

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RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.