Pulmonary Function Specialist (Pediatrics) - Full-Time

Why M Physicians?

Regardless of role, we recognize that every member of our team is vital! The Pulmonary Function Specialist is primarily responsible for performing complete pulmonary function studies. In addition, this role provides patient education for the UMN Health Pulmonary Function Laboratory.

Pulmonary Function Specialist Overview

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Performs complete pulmonary function studies including: methacholine challenges, arterial blood gasses, 6 minute walk tests, Oxygen qualifiers, 02 titrations, shunt studies and research

• Maintenance and troubleshooting of pulmonary lab equipment

• Performs calibration, quality and biological control on all testing equipment

• Educates patients regarding asthma education, inhaled medications, neb treatments, smoking cessation and oxygen therapy

• Follows research protocols for the various research projects the UMN Pulmonary lab is currently involved with

• Stays up to date on the current ATS statements and UMN Health pulmonary lab protocols for pulmonary function testing

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two-year degree in medical or science field or RCP (CPFT is required by the end of the first year)

• One year experience in patient testing, patient education or respiratory therapy

• High attention to detail and very accurate data collection

Location: M Health Fairview Pediatric Discovery Clinic - 2512 S 7th St floor 3, Minneapolis, MN 55454

Hours: 1.0 FTE

Benefits: This is a fully benefit eligible position: Competitive wages, Healthcare (including vision & dental), 401K, parking & tuition assistance and more!

University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians), a non-profit organization headquartered in Minneapolis, seeks motivated individuals for both clinical and non-clinical roles to drive innovation in health and medicine. Our inclusive culture offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and the opportunity for career development in the exciting field of health care to over 1,200 physicians, 300 advanced practice providers, and 2,200 health professionals and staff across Minnesota and beyond.

Join us on a mission to advance medicine.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided 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.