Chest Medicine Associates
Pulmonary Function Technologist (part-time)
South Portland, Maine
Chest Medicine Associates is seeking a part-time Pulmonary Function Technologist, to be based in the South Portland office.
Requirements of the Pulmonary Function Technologist:
- Associate’s degree.
- Credentialing by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified or Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT or RPFT) is preferred.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential is desirable but not required. If RRT, must possess active State of Maine license.
- Comprehensive knowledge of pulmonary function testing and Pulmonary Function Laboratory Policies and Procedures.
- At least 3 years of prior experience performing pulmonary function testing is preferred.
- Current Basic Life Support certificate
- Ability to work onsite M-F in South Portland, Maine. This is a weekday position with no night or weekend responsibilities.
Benefits of the Job:
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401K with match
- PTO and paid holidays
- Profit sharing
- Convenient location in South Portland, Maine
Responsibilities of the Pulmonary Function Technologist:
- Obtains vital signs and arterial blood gas specimens.
- Performs pulmonary function tests, including spirometry with bronchodilator, plethysmography, diffusing capacity, methacholine challenge, MVV and respiratory muscle strength measurements, high altitude simulation, exercise oximetry, and 6-minute walk tests.
- Documents testing and care in electronic medical record.
- Prepares, maintains, and calibrates pulmonary function testing equipment.
- Supervises PFT Lab.
- Ensures quality control.
- Completes preventative maintenance requirements.
- Follows manufacturer's instructions; troubleshoots malfunctions; calls for repairs; and orders supplies.
- Maintains patient confidence and protects practice operations by keeping information confidential.
- Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
KMA Human Resources Consulting has been engaged to manage this search. NO PHONE CALLS OR RECRUITERS PLEASE
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, familial status, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
