Pulmonary Function Technologist

Job summary

Perform a range of pulmonary function tests and oxygen assessments, explain procedures to patients, and produce accurate, timely reports for physician interpretation. Maintain diagnostic equipment and patient records, follow professional and laboratory standards, and assist with quality assurance audits under the supervision of a Registered Respiratory Therapist.

Job details

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 reports to physician for interpretation. Maintains accepted professional and laboratory standards as per ATS guidelines Calibrate, clean and maintain diagnostic equipment and recognize when equipment malfunctions. Document and maintain accurate patient records and observations Under the supervision of the Registered Respiratory Therapist, assist in quality assurance audits What must you have? Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (member in good standing of the Canadian Association of Cardiopulmonary Technologists) Current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or eligible to be hired as a Graduate Respiratory Therapist until successful completion of registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario as a Registered Respiratory Therapist within six (6) months from date of hire. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification. What else do you bring? Strong technical skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to adjust language to suit the individual/family/group. Able to prioritize, manage time effectively and be flexible Able to work both collaboratively and autonomously within an interdisciplinary team. Proven attendance record. Demonstrates understanding and complies with patient and staff safety policies and procedures that foster a safe and inclusive environment for all. Ability to perform the essential duties of the job. Effectively uses empathy in interactions with others. Demonstrates behaviours consistent with Mackenzie Health’s Commitment to Caring and values – Excellence, Leadership and Empathy. Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for staff and clients within a challenging and exciting health care environment. Preferably, Your Profile Also Includes Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Pulmonary Function Technologist, preferred. Previous experience within the Pulmonary Function Technologist classification. This position is represented by OPSEU. You may be required to work at any site of Mackenzie Health. Mackenzie Health is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our hiring process does not involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Perform a range of pulmonary function tests and oxygen assessments, explain procedures to patients, and produce accurate, timely reports for physician interpretation. Maintain diagnostic equipment and patient records, follow professional and laboratory standards, and assist with quality assurance audits under the supervision of a Registered Respiratory Therapist.

Requirements

Must be a Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist and hold current Ontario Registered Respiratory Therapist registration, or qualify for Graduate Respiratory Therapist status and complete registration within six months of hire; Basic Cardiac Life Support certification is also required. Strong technical, communication, organizational, and teamwork skills are required, while at least two years of pulmonary function technologist experience is preferred.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Quality assurance · Preferred
• interpersonal communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Pulmonary Function Testing
• Spirometry
• Body Plethysmography
• Diffusing Capacity Testing
• Exercise Testing
• Methacholine Challenge Testing
• Arterial Blood Gas Testing
• Oxygen Assessment
• Equipment Calibration and Maintenance
• Patient Documentation
• Quality Assurance
• Interpersonal Communication
• Time Management
• Teamwork
• Empathy

Job areas

• Healthcare