St Joseph School Of Nursing Providence , RI 02940
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Summary:# The Pulmonary Function Technician (PFT) performs all Pulmonary Function and Cardio-Pulmonary Stress testing in accordance with established criteria.# Completes all relevant clinical documentation for accuracy and completeness to meet JCAHO and Medicare standards.
Summary: The Pulmonary Function Technician (PFT) performs all Pulmonary Function and Cardio-Pulmonary Stress testing in accordance with established criteria. Completes all relevant clinical documentation for accuracy and completeness to meet JCAHO and Medicare standards.
Education: In addition to the skills normally obtained through completion of a High School education must also be a graduate of an American Medical Association (AMA) accredited Associates Degree Program in Respiratory Care or the equivalent.
Licensure: Current Respiratory Therapist license in the State of Rhode Island and must be nationally certified or certification eligible.
Experience: One year of Pulmonary Function testing experience is required.
Working Conditions, Physical Environment and/or Safety Requirements: Clean well-lighted and well-ventilated environment.
Exposed daily to disagreeable odors, sights of bodily wastes and contaminated equipment. May be exposed to infectious diseases and/or bodily harm from combative patients. Required to carry, push, and pull equipment and gas cylinders weighing between 50-150 pounds to and from patient care areas.
Must follow all safety regulations, Infection Control Policies and Universal Precautions. Meets all safety requirements associated with the Medical Center.
St Joseph School Of Nursing