Pulmonary Technical Specialist

Highmark Health

Pulmonary function testing (pft)
Blood gas laboratory operations
Cap guideline compliance
The role involves performing diagnostic care within the pulmonary lab including PFT testing, exercise testing, and bronchoscopies

Job Summary

  • The role involves performing diagnostic care within the pulmonary lab including PFT testing, exercise testing, and bronchoscopies.
  • Candidates must ensure the Blood Gas Laboratory operates in full compliance with Federal CLIA, State DOH, and College of American Pathologists requirements.
  • The position requires maintaining current knowledge of billing policies and supporting the educational needs of rotating Fellows and Residents.

Matching Summary

The role involves performing diagnostic care within the pulmonary lab including PFT testing, exercise testing, and bronchoscopies.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT)
  • Blood Gas Laboratory operations
  • CAP guideline compliance
  • Equipment troubleshooting and maintenance
  • Clinical policy implementation

Nice-to-have

  • Advanced diagnostic procedures experience
  • Research protocol support
  • Educational mentorship for fellows
  • Complex stress testing knowledge
  • HBO treatment familiarity

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care or BS with Associate's
  • State licensure as CRT or RRT
  • 5 years' experience in Pulmonary Function and Blood Gas lab
  • Experience with successful CAP inspections
  • CPR certification from American Heart Association
  • Act 34, Act 33, and Act 73 clearances

Work Rights

Must have US work authorization

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