Pulmonary Function Technician Full Time Days

Pulmonary Function Technician Respiratory Care Services Department FullTime Days

Were hiring a Pulmonary Function Technician for the Respiratory Care Services department for a fulltime day shift for the University of Chicago Medicine in Orland Park IL.

Join one of the nations most comprehensive academic medical centers University of Chicago Medicine in a patientfocused and influential role as a Pulmonary Function Technician with our Respiratory Care Services department. The Respiratory Care Services Department is committed to providing quality individualized care for adult pediatric and neonatal patients through the employment of highly trained PFT advanced technology and defined patient protocols.Our employees deliver worldclass care in an environment where opinions are respected decisionmaking is rewarded and teamwork is the order of the day. Our staff is encouraged to achieve their career goals which in turn benefits all of our patients and the University of Chicago Medicine as a whole.

Under limited supervision prepares and performs pulmonary function testing to measure the full range of pulmonary physiological capacities and capabilities of hospital patients. Administers respiratory care treatments procedures and protocols under the direct supervision of department leadership and physician. Provides for patient assessment to determine cardiopulmonary status implement appropriate patient care protocols or to maintain/improve cardiopulmonary hemodynamic status

Essential Job Functions

• Reviews patient charts to identify factors which would limit or deter effective testing.
• Interviews patients to determine the chief complaints obtain history of symptoms obtain data regarding family and social history
• Observes and monitors patient reactions to tests being performed and determines safety of the test. Communicates all changes in the patients biophysical and spiritual needs/status to the physicia
• Determines appropriate laboratory tests based on patients clinical history and physicians questions. Prepares demonstrates understands and selects form the following tests the most valid results:
  • Arterial Blood Gas Analysis
  • Hemoglobin Determination
  • Respiratory Muscle Strength Measurement
  • FlowVolume Loop
  • Single Breath Nitrogen Washout (N2 Delta)
  • Single Breath Diffusing Capacity/Single Breath Total Lung Capacity
  • Multibreath Nitrogen Washout (FRC)
  • Body Plethysmography Lung Volumes
  • Airways Resistance/Specific Conductance
  • Spirometry before and after bronchodilator administration
  • Maximum Voluntary Ventilation
  • Slow Vital Capacity
  • Cardiopulmonary Exercise Tests (Invasive/NonInvasive)
  • Home Oxygen Therapy Determinations (Invasive/NonInvasive and Walking/Cycling)
  • Bronchial Provocation by Methacholine Inhalation Tests
  • Pulmonary Compliance/PressureVolume Curves
  • Pulmonary Shunt Studies
• Performs pulmonary function tests according to UCH Pulmonary function Laboratory manual criteria
• Assess test results to determine if further testing is recommended or contraindicated and notifies physician
• Performs arterial punctures. Analyzes blood samples for pH PO2 HCO3 BE O2 saturation and hemoglobin determinations
• Administers medication: bronchodilators Methacholine lidocaine etc
• Attends to patients I.V. IMED O2 and personal needs
• Demonstrates pulmonary function tests and explains their use to medical students residents fellows nurses and staff
• Performs quality control. Maintains daily log. Enters blood gas quality control data into computer program for statistical analysis and graphic display. Analyzes results and performs necessary corrective action. Notifies supervisor if unable to correct the problem
• Monitors and performs necessary maintenance of equipment. Maintains daily record of all service conducted
• Performs other duties as requested by senior management.

Required Qualifications

• Two years of college level science (chemistry physics mathematics) or equivalent experience. Ability to operate maintain and repair electronic equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity.
• Substantial understanding of human physiology.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Excellent attention to detail

Position Details

• Job Type/FTE: FullTime 1.0 FTE)
• Shift: Days 8AM5PM
• Unit/Department: Respiratory
• CBA Code: NonUnion

Weve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion always mindful that each patient is a person an individual. To accomplish this we need employees with passion talent and commitment with patients and with each other. Were in this together: working to advance medical innovation serve the health needs of the community and move our collective knowledge forward. If youd like to add enriching human life to your profile UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront were doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.

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UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color ethnicity ancestry sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status civil union status parental status religion national origin age disability veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

Must comply with UChicago Medicines COVID19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination you must provide proof as part of the preemployment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly a preemployment physical drug screening and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.

The pay range is based on a fulltime equivalent 1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.

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