cardiopulmonary technician

Bonner General Health

<div>Shift: Nights (6 on 8 off)

Status: Full Time

Our Cardiopulmonary department provides both diagnostic as well as therapeutic services to people with lung and/or heart disorders. These services, also known as &ldquo;Respiratory Therapy&rdquo; are available on an inpatient or outpatient basis. Our Cardiopulmonary staff is all National Board of Respiratory Care Registered and certified in Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, and Neonatal Resuscitation Program. Respiratory Therapists also complete several hours of continuing education throughout the year to keep up with the current guidelines and changes in Cardiopulmonary Therapy.

The Respiratory Therapist implements and controls the administration of all Cardiopulmonary patient services in accordance with the policies of the Hospital and the directives of the Medical Staff.

Education:

Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy

Experience:

One year work experience as a Respiratory Therapist preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

Current Idaho License Respiratory Therapist &middot; Registered Respiratory Therapist Certificate

Current BLS (AHA), ACLS and PALS certification &middot; Current NRP certification &middot; Current STABLE certification</div>

Respiratory Therapist/CardioPulmonary

UPMC

<div><div>The PCT Empowered Excellence Program develops highly skilled Patient Care Technicians through advanced training, mentorship, and intentional skill building&mdash;empowering them to elevate team performance, strengthen patient safety, and deliver exceptional quality care.
The PCT Empowered Excellence Program hires Patient Care Technicians directly into a designated nursing unit while also integrating them into a centralized PCT team to build skills focused on relationships, clinical skills, quality, and safety to support broader organizational needs. This dual‑placement model strengthens onboarding, builds clinical versatility, and enhances patient care by allowing participants to develop deep familiarity with their home unit while gaining additional experience and networking through centralized support. Opportunities are available across several specialties, including neurology, cardiac care, orthopedics, and medical‑surgical units, providing a structured pathway for skill development and professional growth.
Nursing Support roles require working rotating shifts, including daytime, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts. With the possibility of a mix of 8-hour and 12-hour shifts.
All hired candidates are required to complete a mandatory training course, with full attendance expected for the entire duration.
About the Role:<ul><li>
Acts as a mentor, peer resource and model of clinical excellence at all times</li><li>
Models safe patient-handling and evidence‑based practices</li><li>
Supports onboarding and competency validation</li><li>
Partners with nursing leadership in safety, quality, and patient‑experience initiatives</li><li>
Attends scheduled trainings and meetings</li><li>
Maintains a strong attendance and professionalism
</li><li>In addition the Patient Care Technicians provide routine patient care and support the department services in accordance with established policies and procedures. This role will be directed by nurses and/or physicians to ensure that the highest degree of quality patient care can be maintained at all times. Patient care duties may include, but are not limited to, ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning and repositioning patients, and blood glucose), vital signs, simple dressings, EKGs, bladder scans, and all specimen collections.
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Successful completion of UPMC patient care technician class.</li><li>
Knowledge of body mechanics and transfer techniques.</li><li>
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.</li><li>
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.</li><li>
Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.</li><li>
Patient Care Technician:<ul><li>
High school diploma or equivalent.</li><li>
2 years of healthcare experience, OR 1 year of experience plus completion of at least one clinical rotation as part of a nursing or PT/OT/PA program or related health care training, OR 1 year of experience and completion of a bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a health sciences field.</li><li>
Annual completion of a professional contribution to be determined after hire.</li></ul></li></ul>
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:<ul><li>
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)<ul><li>
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire</li></ul></li><li>
Act 34</li></ul>
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran</div></div>

Patient Care Technician (Empowered Excellence Program) - Cardio Thoracic Unit - HBG

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

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 Work Shift Day
 
Work Day(s) Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday
 
Shift Start Time 7:30 AM
 
Shift End Time 4:30 AM
 
Worker Sub-Type Regular
 
Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.
 
Job Description Provides cardiopulmonary function testing and non-critical respiratory care to patients from newborn to 21 years of age consistent with accepted standards. Effectively and efficiently functions as a member of the multidisciplinary team that assesses, implements, plans, and evaluates patient care services. Proactively supports delivery of safe and clinically effective patient care while providing exemplary customer service at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.
 
Experience
 No minimum experience required
 
Preferred Qualifications
 Bachelor's degree
 
Education
 Associate's degree from accredited respiratory therapy program
 
Certification Summary
 Basic Life Support (BLS)
 Respiratory Care Professional current Georgia license
 Registered Respiratory Therapist credential
 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
 Strong organizational capabilities and communication skills
 Exhibits enthusiasm and willingness to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
 Must be able to successfully pass the Basic Windows Skill Assessment at 80% or higher rating within 30 days of employment
 
Job Responsibilities
 Provides cardiopulmonary function testing for patients from newborn to 21 years of age integrating emotional, psychosocial, educational, and growth and developmental needs of the patient and family within 6 months of employment.
 Independently performs procedures per national and departmental standards, including spirometry, plethysmography, diffusing capacity (DLCO), pulmonary stress test and other procedures as ordered.
 Independently provides non-critical respiratory care, including patient assessment, aerosol therapy, patient education, and airway assessment and management.
 Assesses and appropriately addresses patients' learning needs, including comprehension, understanding, and compliance of the patient and family.
 Participates in care planning and implementation and suggests alternatives which lead to desired clinical outcomes.
 Communicates effectively via verbal and/or written documentation.
 Performs competently in clinical and non-clinical problem-solving.
 
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.
 
Primary Location Address 859 Mount Vernon Hwy NE
 
Job Family Respiratory

Pulmonary Diagnostics Tech 1

North Oaks Health System

<div>Status: Full Time
Shift: M-F/ no weekends/ no holidays Shift start time between 7am-8am. Shift end time between 12pm-3pm.
Exempt: No
Summary: 
 
The Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides licensed nursing support in both outpatient Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and inpatient cardiac rehabilitation settings. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team, the LPN delivers safe, effective, and patient-centered care. Responsibilities include clinical monitoring, documentation, assistance with therapeutic exercise and ambulation, and operational support to ensure continuity of care across rehabilitation settings while adhering to regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards. 
Other information: 
 
A. Experience, Knowledge and Skill
 
B. Work Complexities
 
C. Working Conditions
 
D. Contacts
 
E. Responsibilities:
1. Previous Experience Required:
Experience in cardiac care, rehabilitation, telemetry, or acute care preferred.
2. Specialized or Technical Education Required:
Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred or willingness to obtain.
3. Manual or Physical Skill Required:
Ability to assist patients with ambulation and therapeutic exercise.
Ability to safely operate rehabilitation equipment and monitoring devices.
4. Physical Effort Required/Physical Demands:
Strength: Moderate
Push: Moderate
Pull: Moderate
Carry: Light to Moderate
Lift: up to 50lbs with assistance as needed
Sit: Occasional
Stand: Frequent
Walk: Frequent, including prolonged walking during patient monitoring and ambulation
1. Complexity and Difficulty of Work:
Requires clinical judgement, attention to detail, and the ability to respond to changing patient conditions within established guidelines.
2. Seriousness of Errors.
Errors may impact patient safety, clinical outcomes, and regulatory compliance. Errors could result in patient harm or death.
1. Hazards:
Potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens and bodily fluids.
2. Adverse Working Conditions:
Fast-paced clinical environment with potential for emergency situations.
1. Contacts with Customers, the General Public or Other Companies:
Frequent contact with patients and family members.
2. Contacts with Other Departments:
Regular interaction with nursing staff, physicians, therapists, and ancillary departments.
1. Responsibility for the safety of others:
Responsible for monitoring patient safety during exercise, ambulation, and rehabilitation activities.
2. Responsibility for Company Funds or Property
Responsible for appropriate use and care of rehabilitation equipment.
3. Responsibility for Confidential Information:
Maintains confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policy.
4. Responsibility for Performance of Work without immediate supervisor:
Performs assigned duties with accountability while under RN supervision.
5. Responsibility for the Supervision of Others:
None
Responsibilities: 
 
Clinical Care
Monitor, assess, and document vital signs, symptoms, and patient responses before, during, and after exercise sessions.
Assist with and monitor patients participating in Cardio-Pulmonary Rehabilitation exercise programs.
Perform and document Six-Minute Walk Tests (6MWT) according to departmental protocols.
Assist with ambulation of post-CABG and other cardiac patients in inpatient rehabilitation settings.
Identify changes in patient condition and promptly communicate findings to the supervising RN or provider.
Support emergency response activities in accordance with department policies and scope of practice.
Documentation &amp; Compliance
Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, and responses in the electronic medical record.
Record blood pressures, blood glucose levels, weights, exercise tolerance, and patient education.
Ensure compliance with departmental policies, accreditation requirements, and federal and state regulatory standards.
Operational Support
Support outpatient Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation operations five days per week.
Assist with inpatient cardiac rehabilitation activities as operationally indicated.
Maintain equipment readiness and adhere to infection prevention and control standards.
Promote efficient patient flow and continuity of care between inpatient and outpatient settings.
Scope &amp; Supervision
Functions within the scope of practice for a Licensed Practical Nurse under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Does not independently assess, diagnose, or initiate patient care plans.
Collaborate with Registered Nurses, physicians, therapists, and ancillary staff to support patient care delivery.
Follows North Oaks Health System's compliance programs and all federal and state regulatory guidelines.</div>

CARDIOPULMONARY REHAB LPN - CARDIOPULMONARY REHAB

OSF HealthCare

<div>Total Rewards:
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&quot;Your life - our Mission&quot;</div><div>
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Expected pay for this position is $29.30 - $34.47/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.</div>
Overview:
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POSITION SUMMARY: Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide pulmonary diagnostic testing as ordered by the prescribing physician that is appropriate to the ages of the patients served and in accordance with established procedures. Monitors levels of supplies and maintains diagnostic testing equipment. Effectively communicates with patients to elicit appropriate response in order to derive meaningful cardiopulmonary data.</div>
Qualifications:
<div>
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:</div><div>
&bull; Licensed in the State of Illinois as Respiratory Care Practitioner or a Licensed Practical Nurse. &bull;</div><div>
If licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, must also hold current credentials with the National Board for Respiratory Care.</div><div></div><div> 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:</div><ul><li>Obtain the Pulmonary Function Credential with the National Board for Respiratory Care.</li><li>Five years of experience working with respiratory patients with obstructive and restrictive lung disease.</li><li>Experience documenting in an Electronic Medical Record.</li></ul><div></div><div> 
OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</div></div>

Pulmonary Function Technician

UT Southwestern Medical Center

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
 With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report , we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
 
JOB SUMMARY
 The Respiratory Care teams are an integral part of daily clinical care. We work collaboratively with our clinical caregivers, patients, and families to improve and maintain ideal lung health. The goal of our Respiratory Therapist is to perform with a high degree of competency in all clinical aspects of respiratory care for all age groups (adult, geriatric, and neonatal). Respiratory therapy includes the application and monitoring of medical gases (excluding anesthetic gases) and environmental control systems, mechanical ventilatory support, artificial airway care, bronchopulmonary hygiene, pharmacologic agents related to respiratory care procedures, and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation related and limited to respiratory care. Utilizes the application of scientific principles for the identification, prevention, remediation, research, and rehabilitation of acute or chronic cardiopulmonary dysfunction.
 
BENEFITS
 UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
 PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
 Paid Time Off, available day one
 Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
 Paid Parental Leave Benefit
 Wellness programs
 Tuition Reimbursement
 Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
 Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
 SHIFT/SCHEDULE
 One 10-houra week from 6:30am-5pm
 
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
 
Required
 Education
 Associate's Degree - Graduate of accredited program in respiratory care
 
Experience
 Six months in Pulmonary Function Lab A.A.S
 
Licenses and Certifications
 Texas Medical Board License by the TMB Upon Hire and
 Registered by the NBRC Upon Hire
 (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT Certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) Upon Hire
 (RPFT) REGISTERED PULM FUNC TECH within 180 Days
 (CPFT) CERTIFIED PULM FUNC TECH within 180 Days
 Specialty areas may have increased certification/license requirements as dictated by unit or standard of care.
 
Preferred
 Education
 Bachelor's Degree - Graduate of accredited program in respiratory care
 Experience
 1 year of Pulmonary Function experience.
 
JOB DUTIES
 Performs PFT and CPX testing according to departmental policies and procedures.
 Arterial blood gas testing.
 Accurately assess patient's effort/cooperation to all modes of PFT testing.
 Displays strong knowledge of PFT related pharmacology including methacholine challenge.
 Demonstrates the ability to assemble and troubleshoot PFT devices. Also can perform, read and document daily QA reports.
 Utilizes effective communication with physician regarding ordered tests, interpretation of PFLab data, and other physical findings. Reports critical values to physician.
 Fosters teamwork by treating all staff fairly, facilitating 2-way communication and having a collaborative attitude.
 Demonstrates safe arterial puncture skills and follows departmental policies/procedures when obtaining arterial blood gas samples.
 Generates patient charges at end of shift with little error; Maintains pulmonary function records and backs up test data according to departmental policies.
 Reports all relative patient care and equipment issues to clinical manager. Requests assistance from the charge therapist or clinical manager when appropriate.
 On one's own initiative, assists in writing procedures, giving in-services as recognized necessary by the individual.
 Willingly assumes delegated responsibility for inventory control and equipment repair.
 Monitors own areas of strength and weakness and seeks out opportunities and/or guidance for improvement.
 Performs other duties as assigned.
 SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
 
Security
 This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
 
EEO
 UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

Pulmonary Function Technician PRN

<div><div>UPMC Presbyterian is seeking a Pulmonary Technologist II to join our team on a full-time basis in the Falk Medical Building!
This position is 40 hours a week, 8-hour daylight shifts, with no weekends or holidays required!
Qualified Exercise Physiologists and Respiratory Therapists will also be considered and are encouraged to apply!
Purpose: 
Under the general supervision of the Medical and Administrative Directors of Pulmonary Services the Pulmonary Technologist II is responsible for all aspects of the technical, analytical and the instruction of all high-risk procedures in the pulmonary evaluation process regarding patient testing. 
 
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Maintains and calibrates diagnostic equipment. Applies basic troubleshooting skills and makes minor adjustments to the equipment when necessary.</li><li>
Assists in providing emergency medical care.</li><li>
Performs cardio pulmonary stress testing, including the insertion and maintenance of arterial lines. May also administer medications for patient prep for cardio pulmonary exercise testing</li><li>
Performs exercise desaturation and home oxygen evaluations. Also obtains arterial blood gas and hemoglobin samples.</li><li>
Performs duties and responsibilities according to the corporate philosophy and basis of service excellence of the UPMC Health System.</li><li>
Assists with department orientation and teaching staff and or students. Also assists with research activities.</li><li>
Performs pulmonary diagnostic testing including spirometry, lung volumes and diffusing capacity. Administers respiratory care medications as they relate to performance of pulmonary function testing as delineated in policies /protocols.</li><li>
Assists the Department Supervisor with monitoring and improving the Department Quality Assurance Program including the evaluation of new testing equipment and or techniques.</li><li>
Responsible for comprehensive bronchoprovacation challenge testing procedures.</li></ul></div><div>
Must be credentialed by the NBRC as a Certified or Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist or certified as an Exercise Specialist or Exercise Physiologist by the American College of Sports Medicine, or credentialed by the NBRC as a Respiratory Care Practitioner with one year experience in pulmonary diagnostic testing; or equivalent with a demonstrated proficiency in all procedures offered by the Department. Must obtain CPFT credential within 2 years of hire. BLS certification required. ACLS certification must be obtained within one year. Must be able to interact with unstable patients and operate complex medical electronic equipment. 
 
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: 
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire 
<ul><li>Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) OR Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)</li></ul> 
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran</div></div>

Pulmonary Technologist II (Exercise Physiologist/Respiratory Therapist)

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