Pulmonary Function Technician - Per Diem

Pulmonary Function Technician

Site: Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc.

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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.

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. Associate's 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.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing 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

1153 Centre Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$26.67 - $38.15/Hourly

Grade

4At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement:

2810 Brigham and Women's Faulkner 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io.

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