Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) Technician

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POSITION SUMMARY

In addition to requirements of a Respiratory Care Practitioner position, the Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) Technician has attained proficiency in advanced non-invasive diagnostic evaluation of pulmonary function in patients with respiratory insufficiencies for use by physician, nurse practitioner or physician’s assistant in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary disorders.  Performs safe and effective therapeutic, diagnostic and monitoring respiratory services, ensuring the safe operation, calibration, maintenance and quality control of Pulmonary Function equipment used.  In addition, the PFT Technician provides educational in-services to hospital and clinical staff, as needed.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• Current California Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association required.
• Current Certified Pulmonary Function Test Technician (CPFT)/Registered Pulmonary Function Test Technician (RPFT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care or attempted certification within 6 months of accepting the position.  Certification must be achieved within 9 months of accepting the position is required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) recommended, but not required.

Knowledge:

• Must be knowledgeable about all aspects of respiratory care.
• Awareness of hazards within the department, adherence to safety standard established by the organization and other regulatory agencies.
• Ability to understanding and operate required equipment and information systems.

Skills:

• Good computer skills required.
• Ability to maintain and calibrate various PFT equipment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Strong analytical and organizational abilities necessary to perform multiple diagnostic tasks required.
• Must use independent judgment, creativity and initiative to adapt to patient needs.
• Ability to work with adult elderly patients in a multi-culturally sensitive manner.
• Proficiency in all technical and interpersonal competencies as determined by the PFT leadership.
• Must maintain a high standard of professionalism at all times.