Pulmonary Function Specialist

1 month ago


Akron, Ohio, United States Akron Children's Full time

Job Summary:

The Pulmonary Function Tech will perform diagnostic testing to evaluate patient respiratory health and assess respiratory disorders.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Administer various pulmonary function tests, including spirometry, lung volume measurements, and diffusion capacity studies.
  • Instruct patients and families on proper breathing techniques and ensure their comfort during testing procedures.
  • Calibrate and maintain pulmonary function testing equipment to ensure accurate and reliable results.
  • Collaborate with Pulmonologists and other Providers to interpret results and contribute to patient care plans.
  • Document and maintain accurate records of patient information, test results, and other relevant data in the electronic medical record.
  • Educate patients and families about respiratory health, treatment options, and lifestyle modifications.
  • Follow established protocols and safety guidelines to ensure a secure and effective testing environment.
  • Participate in department quality initiatives and proficiency in the pulmonary function testing software.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the physical, psychological, social, educational, and safety needs of patients served regardless of age.

Requirements:

  • Experience in care of asthma patients with experience in a pediatric PFT laboratory preferred.
  • Membership in the American Thoracic Society (ATS) is preferred.
  • Experience working with various levels within an organization is required.
  • Experience in healthcare is preferred.
  • Strong problem-solving skills are required.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are required.
  • Experience working in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software is required.
  • Experience working with an electronic medical record system (i.e. EPIC) is preferred.

Education and Experience:

  • Education: Graduate from an accredited School of Respiratory Care.
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist credential awarded by the National Board for Respiratory Care in Ohio is required.
  • Licensed Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in the state of Ohio is required.
  • Certification: Current Health Care Provider BLS training is required; CPFT or RPFT, PALS, and ACLS certification is required within 1 year of hire and must be maintained throughout employment.
  • Years of relevant experience: 2 years' experience as a pediatric RRT is preferred. Experience in pediatric PFT Lab is preferred.


  • Akron, Ohio, United States Akron Children's Full time

    Pulmonary Function TechnologistJob Summary:The Pulmonary Function Technologist plays a vital role in evaluating patient respiratory health and assessing respiratory disorders. This position requires a high level of technical expertise and strong communication skills to ensure accurate and reliable results.Key Responsibilities:Administer a variety of...


  • Akron, Ohio, United States Akron Children's Full time

    Job Summary:The Pulmonary Function Technologist is a vital member of our team at Akron Children's, responsible for performing diagnostic testing to evaluate patient respiratory health and assess respiratory disorders.Key Responsibilities:Administer a variety of pulmonary function tests, including spirometry, lung volume measurements, and diffusion capacity...


  • Akron, Ohio, United States Akron Children's Hospital Full time

    Pulmonary Nurse Specialist OpportunityJob Summary:We are seeking a skilled Pulmonary Nurse Specialist to join our team at Akron Children's Hospital. The successful candidate will provide high-quality nursing care to patients with pulmonary conditions, working collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.Key...


  • Akron, Ohio, United States Summa Health Full time

    Summa Health is seeking a board certified, fellowship trained Pulmonary Medicine physician to join our team of dedicated professionals. Our Pulmonary/Critical Care team provides care for two hospitals located in Akron and Barberton. The selected candidate will become a member of Summa Health Medical Group, a multi-specialty group practice of over 400...


  • Akron, Ohio, United States Akron Children's Full time

    Pulmonary Care Nursing OpportunityWe are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse to join our team at Akron Children's Hospital. As a Staff Nurse in our Pulmonary Department, you will provide high-quality patient care and work collaboratively with our interdisciplinary team to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.Key Responsibilities:Assess, plan, implement, and...

  • Medical Assistant

    6 days ago


    Akron, Ohio, United States Cleveland Clinic Full time

    Pulmonary Medical Assistant Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Medical Assistant to join our team at the Cleveland Clinic Health System. As a Medical Assistant in Pulmonary Medicine, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care and supporting our healthcare professionals.Key Responsibilities:Assist healthcare professionals with patient...


  • Akron, Ohio, United States Akron Children's Hospital Full time

    Pulmonary Staff Nurse Job DescriptionJob Summary:The Staff Nurse provides high-quality nursing care to patients with pulmonary conditions, requiring specialized knowledge, judgment, and skill derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences.Responsibilities:Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and directs...


  • Akron, Ohio, United States MedPro Healthcare Staffing Full time

    Job Title: Medical Support SpecialistWe are seeking a skilled Medical Support Specialist to join our team at MedPro Healthcare Staffing. As a Medical Support Specialist, you will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care in a Long Term Acute Care setting.Job Summary:The Medical Support Specialist will work closely with our healthcare team to...

  • Medical Assistant

    2 weeks ago


    Akron, Ohio, United States Cleveland Clinic Full time

    Pulmonary Medical Assistant Job SummaryCleveland Clinic is seeking a skilled Medical Assistant to join our team in the Akron Medical Office. As a Medical Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care and supporting our healthcare team.Key Responsibilities:Assist healthcare providers with patient exams, screenings, and...


  • Akron, Ohio, United States Cleveland Clinic Full time

    Job SummaryCleveland Clinic Akron General seeks a skilled Registered Nurse (RN) Specialist to join our Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation team. As an RN Specialist, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing all aspects of therapy for cardiac and pulmonary patients.Key ResponsibilitiesEvaluate patient's clinical status and provide...


  • Akron, Ohio, United States Cleveland Clinic Full time

    Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation SpecialistCleveland Clinic Akron General is seeking a highly skilled Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Specialist to join our team. As a Registered Nurse (RN) in this role, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing all aspects of therapy for cardiac and pulmonary patients.Key Responsibilities:Evaluate...


  • Akron, Ohio, United States Cleveland Clinic Full time

    Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) Specialist - Cardiopulmonary RehabilitationCleveland Clinic Akron General is seeking a highly skilled Registered Nurse (RN) Specialist to join our Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation team. As an RN Specialist, you will play a critical role in planning, coordinating, and implementing all aspects of therapy for cardiac and pulmonary...


  • Akron, Ohio, United States Infojini Full time

    Clinical Expertise We are seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our team at Infojini. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care and collaborating with our medical staff to ensure the best possible outcomes. Responsibilities: * Provide respiratory care to patients with a range of...


  • Akron, Ohio, United States Cleveland Clinic Full time

    Job Title: RN Specialist - Cardiopulmonary RehabilitationCleveland Clinic Akron General is seeking a highly skilled RN Specialist to join our Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing all aspects of therapy for cardiac and pulmonary patients.Responsibilities:Evaluate...


  • Akron, Ohio, United States Cleveland Clinic Full time

    Job Title: RN Specialist - Cardiopulmonary RehabilitationCleveland Clinic Akron General is seeking a highly skilled Registered Nurse (RN) Specialist to join our Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation team. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing all aspects of therapy for cardiac and pulmonary...


  • Akron, Ohio, United States Cleveland Clinic Full time

    Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Nurse SpecialistCleveland Clinic Akron General is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Nurse Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and promoting optimal health outcomes for cardiac and pulmonary...


  • Akron, Ohio, United States Cleveland Clinic Full time

    Job Title: RN Specialist - Cardiopulmonary RehabilitationCleveland Clinic Akron General is seeking a highly skilled Registered Nurse (RN) Specialist to join our Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation team. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing all aspects of therapy for cardiac and pulmonary...


  • Akron, Ohio, United States Cleveland Clinic Full time

    Cleveland Clinic Akron General is seeking a highly skilled Registered Nurse to join our Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation team. As an RN Specialist, you will play a critical role in planning, coordinating, and implementing all aspects of therapy for cardiac and pulmonary patients. Our team is dedicated to providing world-class care to our patients, and we are...


  • Akron, Ohio, United States Cleveland Clinic Full time

    About the Role:Cleveland Clinic Akron General is seeking a skilled RN Specialist to join our Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing all aspects of therapy for cardiac and pulmonary patients.Key Responsibilities:Evaluate patient's clinical status and provide...


  • Akron, Ohio, United States Akron Children's Full time

    Job Summary:Akron Children's is seeking a skilled Pulmonary Function Tech to join our team. As a Pulmonary Function Tech, you will play a critical role in evaluating patient respiratory health and assessing respiratory disorders.Key Responsibilities:Administer a variety of pulmonary function tests, including spirometry, lung volume measurements, and...