Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Trinity Health Of New England is looking for an experienced Pulmonary Function Technician to join our team of mission-driven healthcare innovators in our Springfield, 175 Carew Street location.

You would be responsible to provides pulmonary patients with high quality care, PFT’s, six minute walk tests, and overnight oximetry. Assists with the overall functioning of the pulmonary department.

What You Will Do:

• Perform routine function tests according to protocols established by the ATS including PFTs, DLCO, FRC, (with and without bronchodilators) Methacholine Challenge tests, and oximetry both at rest and with exercise
• Explain and demonstrate testing and instructs patients in testing procedures to ensure patient’s best effort.
• Will provide first level trouble shooting for pulmonary function equipment and perform quality control procedures on pulmonary testing equipment to ensure proper operation and integrity of test results.
• Assist in department workflows as needed

Work Hours: Per Diem, Days

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy, Medical Assisting and/or certification as a pulmonary function technologist
• Minimum of One (1) year respiratory therapy experience as an RRT in hospital or physician office, and/or a minimum of 6 months – 2 yrs of experience as a pulmonary function technologist. Proficiency with pulmonary function testing and equipment

Top Reasons to Work at Trinity Health of New England:

• Great benefits
• Patient-centric environment
• Career growth and advancement potential
• Diverse and inclusive culture

We are a group of primary care providers, specialists and surgeons serving patients in Connecticut and western Massachusetts. Part of Trinity Health Of New England, we offer primary care, specialty care, surgery, urgent care, rehabilitation, and imaging and lab services for thousands of patients every year.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.