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19102, Philadelphia, PA
CARDIO PULMONARY TECH- POOL (Temple Hospital)

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The Cardio-Pulmonary Technologist is responsible for performing routine pulmonary function testing and exercise studies.
Candidates must have an Associate's Degree from an AMA approved school of respiratory care or pulmonary function technology.
A minimum of 1 year of experience in pulmonary function testing and related procedures is required.
Required certifications include Basic Life Support (BLS) and either Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).
The salary for this position is not specified in the job description.

The Cardio-Pulmonary Technologist performs routine pulmonary function testing (spirometry, lung volumes, diffusion capacity, airway resistance, thoracic gas volume, respiratory muscle strength, arterial puncture). Performs routine exercise studies such as O2 titration and 6 minute walk, invasive deadspace measurement, resting energy expenditure, and assists with invasive procedures.

Education
Associates Degree : AMA approved school of respiratory care or pulmonary function technology (Required)

Experience
1 Year experience in pulmonary function testing, arterial blood collection, experience in bronchoscopy assistance and blood gas analysis. (Required)

License/Certifications
BLS - Basic Life Support (Required)
CPFT - Cert Pulmonary Function Tech (Required) or CRT - Cert Respiratory Therapist (Required)
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CARDIO PULMONARY TECH- POOL (Temple Hospital)