Pulmonary Function Tech, Mary and Elizabeth Hospital, 9a-7p
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Job Location:
Elizabeth, NJ - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Primary Location:
Mary and Elizabeth - UMCAddress:
1850 Bluegrass Ave Louisville KY 40215Shift:
9A - 7P (United States of America)Job Description Summary:
Job Description:
The Pulmonary Function Technologist has a thorough knowledge and proficiency in the skills of adult (ages 18-65) geriatric (ages 66 and over) and occasionally adolescent (ages 12-17) respiratory care where applicable. The Pulmonary Function Technologist presents a pleasing and helpful manner to the patient physicians visitors members of the department and all other medical personnel. The Pulmonary Function Technologist supports and contributes to departmental and hospital objectives by functioning as lead therapist in all aspects of respiratory care. The Pulmonary Function Technologist complies with local state and federal rules and regulations and the requirements of accrediting bodies. The Pulmonary Function Technologist adheres to established policies and procedures of the department and the hospital.
Plans and administers aerosol aerosolized medication therapy and humidity therapy along with oxygen therapy
Performs airway management
Plans and administers incentive spirometry
Plans implements and manages bronchial hygiene protocol
Plans and performs Chest Physiotherapy
Performs as charge therapist
Performs pulmonary function and metabolic testing
Performs patient assessments when needed
Performs cardiac and pulmonary stress testing
Additional Job Description:
Education:
- Associate Degree in Respiratory Care or Cardiopulmonary Science or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- One (1) year clinical experience (preferred)
Certifications:
- Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care and Mandatory Certificate issued by the Commonwealth of Kentucky (required)
About Company
UofL Health provides comprehensive care at our UofL Health – UofL Hospital location in Louisville Ky. Learn more about UofL Health – UofL Hospital and the various services we provide.
