Respiratory Therapist PFT Lab

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Job Summary

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

The Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Function Technologist functions in the Pulmonary Function Lab. Assists management staff in assuring quality patient care. Performs both simple and complex pulmonary testing, including but not limited to spirometry, lung volume, diffusion capacity, and body plethysmography studies, along with arterial blood gas testing, six-minute walk testing, exhaled nitric oxide analysis, metabolic measurement studies, and hypoxia altitude simulation testing. Also provides support to the Sputum Induction services. Participates in research projects, and helps to provide coverage in the main PFT Labs and satellite clinics. This individual is considered a fully functional respiratory therapist.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Complies with department, TJC and DPH standards.

2. Performs Pulmonary Function Tests and arterial blood gas punctures.

3. Assists with the development and review/revision of all PFT Lab Policies and Procedures.

4. Assists with the scheduling for all PFT-related areas including main PFT Labs and satellite clinics.

5. Provides diagnostic testing obtaining optimal patient effort and results.

6. Explains procedure to patient.

7. Addresses patient concerns and anxieties while explaining the desired action and possible adverse effects.

8. Performs ordered tests and documents/reports results.

9. Provides educational material to demonstrate use of device.

10. Performs other duties as assigned by the clinical coordinator and/or director of the department.

11. Participates in clinical research projects.

12. Participates in Quality Improvement program as indicated

13. Performs all duties of staff Respiratory Therapist as assigned.

14. Assists in coordination of educational programs including orientation of new staff members, clinical students, and inservice education.

15. Maintains continuing education relating to age-specific care. The individual in this position must demonstrate appropriate knowledge of the principals of growth and development of the young adult through the geriatric patient. In

addition, she/he must possess the ability to assess patient-related data relative to age-specific needs and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures.

1. Works closely with vendor representatives, system analysts, and Information Technology representatives related to software upgrades, troubleshooting, and problem-solving.

2. Closely monitors various systems to identify potential billing errors, documentation errors, etc...

3. Functions as an integral part of the Epic process.

Qualifications

Required:

• Current Massachusetts license as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• A.S. in Respiratory Therapy minimum, BS preferred.
• 1-3 years' experience preferred, will consider recent graduates.
• Work requires up to six months for development of rapport with physicians and allied health care team.
• Must have BLS certification, ACLS desired.
• CPFT/RPFT credential strongly preferred.
• Previous/current PFT experience require.

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills to interact with physicians, nurses and other allied health care members.
• Must possess strong patient assessment skills.
• Must possess professional and technical skills to act as a staff therapist.
• Must possess strong organizational skills needed to assist staff therapists in prioritizing work.
• Must demonstrate ability to motivate and direct professional and technical staff.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Works primarily in non-patient care areas and is exposed to various cleaning agents.

2. Frequent exposure to communicable diseases.

3. Frequent exposure to secretions/excretions, unpleasant odors, and scenes.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. May supervise respiratory therapy students.

HOSPITAL WIDE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Works within legal, regulatory, accreditation and ethical practice standards relevant to the position and as established by BWH/Partners; follows safe practices required for the position; complies with appropriate BWH and Partners policies and procedures; fulfills any training required by BWH and/or Partners, as appropriate; brings potential matters of non-compliance to the attention of the supervisor or other appropriate hospital staff.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical RequirementsStanding Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

15 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at ....

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