Pulmonary Functions Tech     

 

Position Summary
The Pulmonary Function Technician, guided by the State of Idaho Respiratory Care Act, functions as a member of the health care team performing respiratory care diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for patients of all age groups with a variety of medical diagnoses.

 

Responsibilities
•    These procedures include, but are not limited to, the performance of Pulmonary Functions tests, Metabolic tests, Exercise Stress tests, and the administration of medical gases, aerosols, and pharmacologic agents related to respiratory care, and diagnostic testing
•    Performs other related duties as assigned
•    Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field 
•    Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
•    Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

 

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications
•    Graduate of a nationally accredited Respiratory Therapy program
•    Credentialed as an RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) required
•    Credential as CPFT or RPFT preferred
•    Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy preferred
•    2 years’ direct bedside experience as a licensed respiratory therapist preferred
•    Current licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in Idaho required
•    BLS required
•    ACLS required within 6 months of hire
•    Ability to communicate well and technical skills to adapt equipment and procedures
•    Good customer relations, assessment, and communication skills are necessary for this job

  

Team Highlights

Kootenai Clinic Lung and Asthma provides comprehensive care for patients with a variety of pulmonary problems, including, but not limited to:

Asthma, Bronchiectasis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Cancer, Pneumonia, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Sarcoidosis

We offer in-house comprehensive Pulmonary Function testing and works closely can arrange for state-of-the-art diagnostic services including CT scans, PET scans, bronchoscopy, and polysomnography (sleep studies). We have established relationships with a variety of other medical providers in the region who are important to the care of patients with pulmonary problems including cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons, and oncologists.

About Kootenai Health

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed health care organization, serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as both an employer and a health care provider. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions including being recognized as a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence.

 

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent. Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more Robust and interactive employee referral program And much more

 

If you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you!

 

Apply today! Please reach out to Alex Cronnelly at acronnelly@kh.org or Front Desk 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org with any questions.

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.