Pulmonary Function Specialist

Job Title:

Pulmonary Function Specialist

Location:

North Houston Campus

Department:
Pulmonary

Job Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $60,306 - $74,496

• Performs diagnostic pulmonary function tests.
• Prepares equipment for use.
• Collects and evaluates clinical data and quality control data.
• Acts as a resource for other clinics performing spirometry testing, reviews their data for acceptability, and coordinates processing of their reports.
• Provides training for providers and designated clinical staff on use of the interpretation system.
• Sets up new PFT operations, upgrades, and installation of new software as needed to include 20 testing stations and one workstation.
• Works as a liaison between the spirometry software/hardware vendor and Kelsey-Seybold IT departments.
• Prepares clinical quality control program in collaboration with Pulmonary Function coordinator and RRT supervisor.
• Maintains oversight of the entire spirometry system in conjunction with the KSC IT department.
• Reports to Clinic Administrator and Nursing Supervisor.

• Education:
  
  H.S. Diploma or GED, 2 years college mathematics, physical and biological sciences. Preferred:
  Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist or Respiratory Therapist;
  Respiratory Care Practitioner with an Associates/Bachelor’s Degree;
  Information Systems training helpful.
• Experience:
  
  Required 3 years clinical experience in full range of diagnostic pulmonary function testing; experienced in working with advanced pulmonary function systems;
  Preferred management/supervisory experience in pulmonary function laboratories; experienced in implementation of pulmonary function systems on a local and global level.
• License(s):
  Preferred CPR Certification, Competency recertification and continuing education as required by licensing agencies;
  Registered Respiratory Therapist, Registered Cardiopulmonary Function Therapist;
  Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist or within one year of employment.
• Special
  
  Skills:
  
  Required proficiency in standard computer applications;
  Preferred proficiency in advanced computer applications and spirometry hardware and/or software.
• Other:
  Required good written and verbal communication skills;
  Preferred bilingual helpful.

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• Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Matching 401K
• Employee Reward and Recognition Program
• Paid time off for vacation, sick, and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing Medical Education allowance