Cardiopulmonary​/Pulmonary Function Technician - Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine

Overview

Cardiopulmonary/Pulmonary Function Technician - Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine at Washington University in St. Louis.

Role involves performing pulmonary function studies and related duties in the Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine department.

• Prepares and calibrates PFT equipment.
• Collects test samples, performs initial test analysis and advises staff on findings.
• Performs tests according to the American Thoracic Society Guidelines.
• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, including objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Assists in process billing, data entry/maintenance and lab equipment care/maintenance.

• Scheduled
  
  Hours:
  
  40 hours per week.
• Location:
  
  Normal office environment with patient care setting; requires extensive safety training and exposure to blood-borne pathogens and chemicals; protective devices may be required.

• Education:
  
  Associate degree (Required).
• Certifications:
  
  Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association or American Red Cross;
  Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - NBRC;
  Respiratory Care Practitioner (Illinois or Missouri licensing as applicable).
• Work Experience:
  
  No specific work experience required for this position.
• Skills:
  
  Effective written and interpersonal communication;
  Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT).
• Driver's License:
  Not required.

• Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within one month of hire date. Online BLS without a skills assessment component is not sufficient.
• Salary Grade: C12-H;
  Salary Range: $29.80 - $46.19 per hour.

• Benefits include vacation, holidays, sick time, health insurance, transit benefits (Metro U-Pass), and retirement plan options (403(b)).
• Wellness programs, EAP, childcare and education benefits available; see official benefits page for details.
• EEO:
  Washington University in St. Louis is an equal opportunity employer; encourages applicants from underrepresented groups.

All qualified individuals must perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. Pre-employment screening including background checks, drug screen and licensure verification may be required. Offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.