Pulmonary Function Therapist (full Time), Allegheny General Hospital

Allegheny Health Network

Pittsburgh, PA, US
Pulmonary function diagnostic testing
Ambulatory oximetry testing
Arterial blood gas testing
Provides pulmonary function diagnostic testing, ambulatory oximetry testing, arterial blood gas testing, pulmonary rehabilitation and assists with bronchoscopies for referred patients

Job Summary

  • Provides pulmonary function diagnostic testing, ambulatory oximetry testing, arterial blood gas testing, pulmonary rehabilitation and assists with bronchoscopies for referred patients.
  • Performs all pulmonary function testing, arterial blood gas punctures, bronchoscopy assistance, oximetry and home oxygen evaluations, exercise and stress testing and pre-surgical evaluations ensuring specific and accurate patient test results.
  • Provides inpatient and outpatient pulmonary rehabilitation according to the Clinical Practice Guidelines established by the American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC) and the American Association for Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR).

Matching Summary

Provides pulmonary function diagnostic testing, ambulatory oximetry testing, arterial blood gas testing, pulmonary rehabilitation and assists with bronchoscopies for referred patients.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Pulmonary function diagnostic testing
  • Ambulatory oximetry testing
  • Arterial blood gas testing
  • Pulmonary rehabilitation
  • Infection prevention protocols

Nice-to-have

  • Efficient workload organization
  • Effective patient scheduling

Key Requirements

  • Graduate of approved respiratory therapy program
  • Pennsylvania licensure as Respiratory Therapist
  • Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
  • CPR – American Heart Association
  • Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance
  • Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance
  • Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting

Work Rights

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