Pulmonary Function Technician BWH Full-time
Boston, NH - USA
Job Summary
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Responsible for performing pulmonary function tests on patients. This includes setting up and operating pulmonary function testing equipment explaining the tests to patients and collecting and analyzing data. The Pulmonary Function Technician will also be responsible for maintaining the pulmonary function testing equipment and ordering supplies.Does this position require Patient Care Yes
Essential Functions
-Set up and operate pulmonary function testing equipment.
-Explain the tests to patients and obtain their informed consent.
-Collect and analyze data from pulmonary function tests.
-Document pulmonary function test results.
-Maintain the pulmonary function testing equipment and order supplies.
-Communicate test results to physicians and other healthcare providers.
-Provide patient education and support.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or equivalent Required
Associates Degree Respiratory Care Preferred
Experience
Experience with pulmonary function testing equipment. 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to explain pulmonary function tests to patients.
- Ability to collect and analyze data from pulmonary function tests.
- Ability to maintain pulmonary function testing equipment.
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About Company
Patients at Mass General have access to a vast network of physicians, nearly all of whom are Harvard Medical School faculty and many of whom are leaders within their fields.