Pulmonary Function Technologist

Pulmonary Function Technologist- Travel Position

Location: Westerly RI

Job Type: Travel Contract

Duration: 24 weeks

Shift: 5x8s

Pay: $2599/week

Job Description

• Must have Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) experience.
• CPFT or RPFT certification preferred.
• Experience with inpatient and critical care required (most PFT roles are outpatient but this position includes off shifts and inpatient care).
• Rhode Island and Connecticut licenses required to float to sister hospitals.
• Schedule: 40 hours per week Days/Evenings with a mix of 2x8 and 2x12 shifts.
• At least every other weekend and holiday coverage depending on department needs.
• Strong Emergency Department (ED) infant ventilator experience required; NICU experience not needed.
• Every Other Week (EOW) coverage.
• BLS certification COVID vaccine TB test.
• Minimum 2 years of experience required.
• First-time travelers will not be accepted.
• Navy blue scrubs required.
• Free parking available.

Required Certifications & Competencies

• BLS (Basic Life Support) AHA or ARC only.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) AHA or ARC only.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) AHA or ARC only.
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) Required for NICU (not required for this role).
• State Licenses:Rhode Island and Connecticut licenses required.
• Pass/Fail Testing:Medication and EKG/Telemetry testing required depending on unit.
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam:Must score 85% to pass.
• Color Blind Testing:Required for all candidates starting 8/2/2024 must score 80% or higher.
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam:Required for telemetry MS/Tele ER and all ICU units.
• Physical Exam:Required within 12 months of start.
• Fit Mask Test:Required within 12 months and must be updated annually. Clean-shaven for fit testing.
• Background Check:7-year criminal background check required within 12 months of start and updated annually.
• TB Screening:Negative 2-step PPD T-Spot or QGold within 12 months of start. Chest X-ray required if positive history.
• Immunizations:

  • Tdap vaccination required within 10 years of start.
  • Measles Mumps Rubella: Positive titer or 2 vaccinations required.
  • Hepatitis B: Positive titer vaccine series or declination accepted.
  • Varicella: Positive titer 2 vaccinations or physician-documented history.
• Drug Testing:10-panel drug screen required within 12 months of start.
• Flu Vaccination:Required during flu season (9/1-3/31). Medical and religious exemptions considered.
• Additional Trainings:Various facility-specific trainings and attestations may be required depending on unit and role.

Additional Information

• Candidates must have at least 2 years of relevant experience; first-time travelers are not accepted.
• Position involves floating.
• Schedule includes day and evening shifts with weekend and holiday coverage.
• Navy blue scrubs are required.
• Free parking is provided.

Benefits: