Description

Saint Vincent Hospital offers a whole new experience in health care. By combining our advanced, state-of-the-art facility with our commitment to providing the best quality of life to the many members of our Worcester community. Saint Vincent Hospital excels at offering the best care in a friendly atmosphere. From our advanced heart and vascular services, to our comprehensive orthopedics and rehabilitation programs, our robust surgical facility including our Da Vinci robotic surgery and Cyberknife technology, to our comfortable and compassionate women & infants programs - you don't have to travel far for high-quality health care: We're right here, in the heart of Worcester.

Onboarding Process: Please be advised that candidates must successfully complete a background check and pre-employment health screening which includes a drug screen.

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Pulmonary Function Technician (Respiratory Therapist) to join our healthcare team. In this role, you will perform pulmonary function testing (PFT) and other diagnostic respiratory assessments to evaluate patient’s lung function and support the treatment of respiratory conditions. This position requires excellent patient care skills, technical expertise, and a collaborative approach to working with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

Job Responsibilities
Pulmonary Function Testing: Perform a variety of pulmonary function tests, including spirometry, lung volume measurements, diffusion capacity, and bronchial provocation testing.
Equipment Operation: Operate, calibrate, and maintain PFT equipment to ensure accurate and reliable results.
Patient Preparation: Prepare patients for testing by explaining procedures, obtaining medical history, and ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout the assessment process.
Quality Assurance: Adhere to hospital policies, protocols, and national standards for pulmonary function testing, ensuring quality and compliance.
Education and Training: Educate patients about their respiratory health, including disease management and treatment options, as needed. Provide guidance to other healthcare staff on PFT procedures and updates.
Safety Standards: Follow all safety protocols and infection control procedures to protect patient, staff, and equipment.

Education
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field.
Certification in Pulmonary Function Technology (CPFT or RPFT) is preferred.

Experience
Required: 1 year of clinical experience.

Licensure/Certification
Required: BLS.
Current state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential
Preferred: ARDMS or CCI

Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.