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ID #51327230
Estado Pennsylvania
Ciudad Philadelphia
Full-time
Salario USD TBD TBD
Fuente The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Showed 2024-03-25
Fecha 2024-03-26
Fecha tope 2024-05-25
Categoría Etcétera
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Pulmonary Function Technologist- Respiratory Therapist

Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, 19113 Philadelphia USA
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Reference #: 1007956

SHIFT:Any (United States of America)Seeking Breakthrough MakersChildren's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation.At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care-and your career.CHOP's Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionCHOP is committed to building an inclusive culture where employees feel a sense of belonging, connection, and community within their workplace. We are a team dedicated to fostering an environment that allows for all to be their authentic selves. We are focused on attracting, cultivating, and retaining diverse talent who can help us deliver on our mission to be a world leader in the advancement of healthcare for children.We strongly encourage all candidates of diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.A Brief OverviewThis position is M-F , no weekends or holidays.

It requires a Respiratory Therapist license, RRT or CRT. The Hiring Team prefers Peds experience and Pulmonary Function tech experience is a plus but can be taught.

This position is primarily at Buerger but will require rotation to one of the 4 satellites , whichever is closest to you geographically( Virtua , KOP, Bucks, Abington).The Pulmonary Function Technologist is responsible for performing modalities of pulmonary diagnostic testing offered by the PFT lab with minimal guidance. Provides age appropriate services to infant, adolescent, and adult patients. Performs calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting on equipment within the lab's scope. Professionally interacts with vendors, patients, family members, regulatory agencies, and other medical professionals.What you will do

Performs routine and specialty pulmonary function testing efficiently, while achieving ATS standards.

Participates in research projects supported through the lab by learning new techniques and skills to follow studies' required protocols.

Teaches skills and provides knowledge to aid department in providing education and orientation.Education Qualifications

Associate's Degree Required

Bachelor's Degree PreferredExperience Qualifications

At least two (2) years pulmonary lab or pediatric respiratory care experience RequiredSkills and Abilities

Flexibility, cooperativeness, and outstanding interpersonal skills for successful interactions with parents and patients.

Calmness under pressure, while prioritizing and simultaneously handling multiple tasks.

Ability to exercise independent judgment in setting priorities and finding appropriate resources for specific testing.

Ability to apply scientific principles within the framework of the lab.

Good telephone interaction for assisting in scheduling.

Computer literacy for performing testing as well as editing data.

Exhibit a commitment to learning new and evolving procedures.Licenses and Certifications

Respiratory Therapist (Pennsylvania) - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - upon hire - Required and

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) - upon hire - Required or

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) - upon hire - Required and

Registered Pulmonary Function Tech (RPFT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) - within 18 months - Required or

Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) - within 18 months - Required and

Basic Life Support (BLS) - issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - upon hire - Required

Registered Pulmonary Function Tech (RPFT) - National Board f r Respiratory Care (NBRC) - upon hire - Preferred or

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal Pediatric Specialty (RRT-NPS) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) - upon hire - PreferredTo carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and receive an annual influenza vaccine.Employees may request exemptions for valid religious and medical reasons. Start dates may be delayed until candidates are immunized or exemption requests are reviewed.|Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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