Position Title Pulmonary Function Technologist

Job Description

As part of the interprofessional care team, the Pulmonary Function Technologist plays an essential role in providing quality patient and family centered care. The Technologist is responsible for working in a team environment to perform various pulmonary function tests in an accurate, efficient and professional manner.

Contribute to safe, quality care by:

• Performs comprehensive Pulmonary Function tests including flow volume loops, helium dilution, diffusing capacity, body plethysmography, Exercise Testing, Methacholine Challenge Test and arterial blood gases
• Explains specified methods of breathing to patient and conducts oxygen assessments such as IEA, 6 minute walk, vital capacity, shunt and hast testing, using spirometer or other equipment.
• Measures expired air, using various analyzers.
• Observes and records readings on metering devices of analysis equipment, producing accurate and timely study ...