The Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Function Technologist functions in both the Pulmonary Function and Respiratory Care areas. Assists management staff in assuring quality patient care. Performs both simple and complex pulmonary testing, including but not limited to spirometry, lung volume, diffusion capacity, and body plethysmography studies, along with arterial blood gas testing, six-minute walk testing, exhaled nitric oxide analysis, metabolic measurement studies, and hypoxia altitude simulation testing. Also provides support to the Sputum Induction services and other respiratory care services as directed. Participates in research projects, and helps to provide coverage in the main PFT Labs and satellite clinics. This individual is considered a fully functional respiratory therapist.
Performs all of the following:
- Complies with department, TJC and DPH standards.
- Performs Pulmonary Function Tests and arterial blood gas punctures.
- Assists with the development and review/revision of all PFT Lab Policies and Procedures.
- Assists with the scheduling for all PFT-related areas including main PFT Labs and satellite clinics.
- Provides diagnostic testing obtaining optimal patient effort and results.
- Explains procedure to patient.
- Addresses patient concerns and anxieties while explaining the desired action and possible adverse effects.
- Performs ordered tests and documents/reports results.
- Provides educational material to demonstrate use of device.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the clinical coordinator and/or director of the department.
- Participates in clinical research projects. Participates in Quality Improvement program as indicated
- Performs all duties of staff Respiratory Therapist as assigned.
- Assists in coordination of educational programs including orientation of new staff members, clinical students, and in-service education.
- Maintains continuing education relating to age-specific care. The individual in this position must demonstrate appropriate knowledge of the principals of growth and development of the young adult through the geriatric patient. In addition, she/he must possess the ability to assess patient-related data relative to age-specific needs and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures.
- Works closely with vendor representatives, system analysts, and Information Technology representatives related to software upgrades, troubleshooting, and problem-solving.
- Closely monitors various systems to identify potential billing errors, documentation errors, etc...
QUALIFICATIONS
- Current Massachusetts license as a Respiratory Therapist.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist. A.S. in Respiratory Therapy minimum, BS preferred.
- 1-3 years experience preferred, will consider recent graduates.
- Work requires up to six months for development of rapport with physicians and allied health care team.
- Must have BLS certification, ACLS desired.
- CPFT/RPFT credential preferred, previous PFT experience desired.
Skills/Abilities
- Must possess excellent interpersonal skills to interact with physicians, nurses and other allied health care members.
- Must possess strong patient assessment skills.
- Must possess professional and technical skills to act as a staff therapist.
- Must possess strong organizational skills needed to assist staff therapists in prioritizing work.
- Must demonstrate ability to motivate and direct professional and technical staff.
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently (34-66%)
- Walking Frequently (34-66%)
- Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
- Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
- Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Feb 12, 2025