Pulmonary Function Technician - 36hrs/Rotating Shifts

Site: Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc.

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With energy and purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, a member of the Mass General Brigham system, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts, and has been since 1886. Our network employs more than 2,00 medical professionals and support staff, at our main Hospital campus in Northampton and additional locations in twelve towns throughout the Pioneer Valley. Cooley Dickinson's VNA & Hospital is also a vital part of our network, providing home-based services through-out Hampshire and Franklin counties.

Job Summary

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.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's Degree Respiratory Care required

• Current MA Respiratory Licensee

• Experience with pulmonary function testing equipment - 6 mos-1 year preferred

• 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.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

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.

• Maintain the pulmonary function testing equipment and order supplies.

• Document pulmonary function test results.

• Communicate test results to physicians and other healthcare providers.

• Provide patient education and support.

• Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

30 Locust Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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