Pulmonary Technologist

Job Title: Pulmonary Technologist

Location: Main Hospital - New Brunswick

Department Name: Respiratory Care

Req #: 0000243537

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $43.97 - $57.16 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:

The Pulmonary Technician performs all aspects of diagnostic pulmonary testing, including patient preparation and education, procedure analysis, equipment maintenance, and trouble-shooting.

 

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduate of AMA approved school of Respiratory Care.

• Current New Jersey Respiratory Care practitioner license. 

• Maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• ACLS & PALS highly recommended in exercise testing.

• One year prior pulmonary function testing experience.

Preferred:

• NBRC credential of CPFT. RPFT preferred.

Essential Functions:

• Perform daily calibration and leak testing on lung function analyzers, logs results and performs preventive maintenance as needed.

• Evaluate patient prior to testing, gathering pertinent clinical history, recent use of bronchodilator, and lab work to apply to each testing session to facilitate appropriate testing, proper diagnosis and reduce the possibility of retesting due to inadequate assessment.

• Demonstrate knowledge and skill in all standard Pulmonary Function Tests, applying of the American Thoracic Society, in pediatric and adult patient populations. Knowledge and skill includes device and interface selection, application, operational verification and calibration. Assess test results for quality assurance, accuracy and repeatability of all lung function measurements (Spirometry, Helium Dilution Lung Volumes, Diffusing Capacity, Plethysmography, Six Minute Walk Test, Pulmonary Stress test, etc.)

• Patient interaction – assures patient comfort by demonstrating pleasant behavior, explaining the method and purpose of each procedure and answering patient questions related to testing.

• Coordinates the scheduling of inpatient testing with scheduled outpatient testing to minimize patient waiting time and excessive down time (>15 minutes) between patients

• Process reports of pulmonary function testing for physician interpretation the same day that the test is done. Assure that all charges are entered in Epic and completed the same day that tests are done. Place a preliminary copy of inpatient tests on patient chart at the completion of testing.

• Comply with all Infection Prevention and Safety policies and procedures. Demonstrate familiarity with relevant TJC, DOHSS, CMS and other regulatory Standards.

• Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide Age Appropriate care to the patients served in the Pulmonary Laboratory, including, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric with their relative needs.

• This list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented by other duties as need required.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• Retirement Plans

• Short & Long Term Disability

• Life & Accidental Death Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Wellness Programs

• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer