Respiratory Care Practitioner - Ambulatory

Pay Range:

The base pay range for this position is $32.09-$46.19 Hourly however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Respiratory Therapist-Ambulatory Diagnostics

Monday through Friday 8am-5pm

Pullman Regional is an innovative, patient-focused, multi-disciplinary-based work environment where all members of the team contribute to the exceptional care of our patients and the community.

The Respiratory Therapist - Ambulatory Diagnostics provides respiratory diagnostic testing, patient education, and clinical support services in the ambulatory setting. Primary responsibilities include pulmonary function testing and related respiratory diagnostic services. This position works collaboratively with providers, clinical staff, and patients to support safe, efficient, and patient-centered care.

Responsibilities may expand to include additional respiratory, diagnostic, and ambulatory clinical support activities within scope of licensure, training, competency, and organizational policy. This position supports the growth and development of ambulatory specialty, diagnostic, and respiratory services while maintaining a high standard of patient care and regulatory compliance.

• Performs pulmonary diagnostic testing, including spirometry, bronchodilator testing, diffusion studies, lung volume testing, and other respiratory diagnostic procedures as assigned and appropriate to competency.
• Reviews patient information and verifies appropriateness of ordered testing.
• Educates patients regarding testing procedures and responds to questions.
• Monitors patients during testing and responds appropriately to clinical concerns within scope of practice.
• Documents testing results and patient interactions according to organizational standards.
• Maintains competency in respiratory diagnostic procedures and equipment operation.
• Performs equipment calibration, quality control, maintenance checks, and troubleshooting according to manufacturer recommendations and departmental standards.
• Communicates effectively with providers regarding testing results, patient concerns, and operational issues.
• Participates in development and maintenance of respiratory diagnostic workflows, policies, and procedures.
• Assists with coordination and scheduling of respiratory diagnostic services.

This Job is For You if You Have:

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Credentialed through the NBRC as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the State of Washington.
• Active BLS certification.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with providers, colleagues, patients, and customers.
• Demonstrates competency in respiratory diagnostic testing and patient assessment.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technology and equipment.
• Ability to manage time, tasks, and resources appropriately.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound clinical judgment.
• Ability to contribute positively to interdisciplinary team environments.
• Ability to support patient-centered care in an ambulatory setting.

• Previous experience performing pulmonary function testing.
• Experience in ambulatory or outpatient clinical settings.
• ACLS certification.
• Experience with respiratory diagnostic equipment and quality assurance processes.
• Experience supporting multidisciplinary ambulatory specialty clinics.

Our employees are our most important asset and that's reflected in our benefits. Pullman Regional is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account, and Paid Leave Time
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Retirement with Employer Matching Contributions
• Voluntary Benefits that include:
  Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Short-Term Disability
• Services Discount and EAP Resources

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It is not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this job.

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