Pulmonary Function Specialist

1 week ago


Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States Highmark Health Full time

Company Overview

Highmark Health is a leading healthcare provider seeking a skilled Pulmonary Function Specialist to join our team.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of $65,000 - $85,000 per year, depending on experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Job Description

This role involves providing diagnostic testing, ambulatory oximetry testing, arterial blood gas testing, pulmonary rehabilitation, and assisting with bronchoscopies for patients referred by physicians.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform all pulmonary function testing, arterial blood gas punctures, bronchoscopy assistance, oximetry and home oxygen evaluations, exercise and stress testing, and pre-surgical evaluations ensuring specific and accurate patient test results (50%).
  • Provide inpatient and outpatient pulmonary rehabilitation according to the Clinical Practice Guidelines established by the American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC) and the American Association for Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) (25%).
  • Maintain proper calibration, quality control, and analysis of all pulmonary diagnostic and rehabilitation equipment. Maintain required records of preventive maintenance and repair functions (5%).
  • Maintain proper infection prevention when cleaning reusable patient equipment (10%).
  • Perform all billing documentation and maintain departmental records according to departmental policy/procedures (5%).
  • Organize and prioritize workload and scheduling of patient testing in an efficient and effective manner (5%).
  • Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you must have:

  • A valid PA respiratory therapy license.
  • Current BCLS certification.
  • Certified Respiratory Therapist status preferred.
  • Experience with pulmonary function testing, bronchoscopy assistance, and pulmonary rehabilitation preferred.

EEO Statement

Highmark Health is committed to equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.



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