Respiratory Pulmonary Function Technologist
Primary Location Seattle, Washington
Worker Location Onsite
Job Number 1301895 Date posted 08/12/2024
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Description:
Performs specific diagnostic pulmonary tests per physician prescription, including complete spirometry, DLCO (Diffusing Capacity of the lung for Carbon Monoxide), and Body Plethysmography. Serves as a resource to physicians and other staff regarding technical aspects of pulmonary tests. Maintains quality of pulmonary function test results by performing equipment calibration per manufacturers guidelines. Provides timely and accurate reporting of test results
Job Summary:
Performs specific diagnostic pulmonary tests per physician prescription, including complete spirometry, DLCO (Diffusing Capacity of the lung for Carbon Monoxide), and Body Plethysmography. Serves as a resource to physicians and other staff regarding technical aspects of pulmonary tests. Maintains quality of pulmonary function test results by performing equipment calibration per manufacturers guidelines. Provides timely and accurate reporting of test results
Essential Responsibilities:
- Performs complete spirometry, DLCO (Diffusing Capacity of the lung for Carbon Monoxide), and Body Plethysmography.
- Serves as a resource to physicians and staff regarding technical aspects of pulmonary testing.
- Provides timely and accurate reporting of Pulmonary Function test results.
- Maintains quality of pulmonary test results by performing equipment calibration per manufacturers guidelines.
- Performs and insures appropriate disinfection of Pulmonary Function Test equipment.
- Participates in QA relating to Pulmonary Function testing.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
- Minimum one (1) year of experience as a respiratory therapist, pulmonary function testing, or related experience.
Education
- High School Diploma OR General Education Development (GED) required.
- Graduate of a two (2) year Respiratory Therapy program.
License, Certification, Registration
- Respiratory Care Practitioner License (Washington)
- Basic Life Support required at hire
- Pulmonary Function Technologist Certificate within 12 months of hire
Additional Requirements:
- N/A
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of diagnostic studies, spirometry, DLCO (Diffusing Capacity of the lung for Carbon Monoxide), and Body Plethysmography.
- Bachelors degree
- Four (4) year graduate of Respiratory Therapy Program or science-related degree.
- Additional education in pulmonary diagnostic testing.
Primary Location: Washington,Seattle,Capitol Hill South Building
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 1
Shift: Day
Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Working Hours Start: 07:00 AM
Working Hours End: 05:30 PM
Job Schedule: Part-time
Job Type: Standard
Worker Location: Onsite
Employee Status: Temporary
Employee Group/Union Affiliation: J06|UFCW|Local 3000
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Department: Renton Admin Glacier - Med Ofc-Clinc Adm-Speclty Care - 1130
Pay Range: $37.44 - $60.57 / hour
The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital).
Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.
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Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
