Pulmonary Function Tech

Pulmonary Function Technician (PFT Tech)Essen Health Care is seeking a skilled Pulmonary Function Technician (PFT Tech) to join our growing clinical team in the Bronx. This role is responsible for performing diagnostic pulmonary testing to assess lung function and support providers in the diagnosis and management of respiratory conditions.ResponsibilitiesPerform pulmonary function tests including:SpirometryLung volumes (plethysmography)Diffusion capacity (DLCO)Prepare and educate patients on testing proceduresMonitor patient safety and comfort throughout testingAccurately document and upload results into EMRAssist providers with interpretation and reporting of test dataCalibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot PFT equipmentEnsure compliance with clinical protocols and quality standardsMaintain infection control and equipment sterilization proceduresPFT Techs play a key role in diagnosing conditions like asthma and COPD by measuring lung capacity, airflow, and gas exchangeQualificationsAssociate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field preferredCertified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) or Registered (RPFT) preferredPrior experience performing pulmonary function testing requiredKnowledge of pulmonary diagnostics and respiratory care practicesBLS certification requiredStrong attention to detail and patient care skillsPreferred ExperienceExperience with both adult and geriatric populationsFamiliarity with EMR systems (EPIC a plus)Ability to work in a fast-paced outpatient settingWhy Join EssenCollaborative, mission-driven healthcare teamOpportunity to work across a large multi-specialty networkGrowth within respiratory and specialty servicesEqual Opportunity EmployerEqual Opportunity EmployerEssen Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.