Roswell Park Care Network is looking to hire a Full Time Pulmonary Function Technician (PFT) for our Pulmonary of WNY,  Williamsville, NY location. 

The pulmonary function technician (PFT) assesses and tests a patient's respiratory system to identify potential issues and diagnose lung disease.

Brief Description of Job Duties:

• Greet the patient in the front reception; obtain medical prescription for order set. 
•  Explain test fully and clearly to the patient, any concerns for testing should be brought to a physician prior to testing. 
• Take testing to physician immediately following for interpretation and potential office visit. 
• Keep both labs fully stocked with all PFT supplies needed for testing.
• Inform Practice Administrator of any critical needs such as large orders of filters, Albuterol, tubing. 
• Inform physicians and Practice Administrator of any issues with the PFT machines or computer links. All machine repairs or parts must be approved prior to ordering.
• The PFT lab must be kept clean and dust free, all garbage is to be taken out daily, machines, tables, chairs are to be cleaned. The floors are to be kept swept and clean. 
• The PFT technician must check with the providers at the end of the day prior to leaving if there is anything else needed or pending. 
• PFT Technician is responsible also for Six minute testing and Oxygen qualifications.
• Greet the patient by their last night, eg. Mr. Smith and take the patient’s vitals. 

Weight, blood pressure, pulse oximeter, current medications. 

•  Review the last medical record for testing ordered and obtain hospital and consult records and testing. 
• Six minute walk tests, two minute walk tests upon requests from the physicians. 
• Assist the Physician and Practitioners with patient care and scheduling appointments. 

 EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Associate degree in respiratory care or a related program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). Bachelor’s degree preferred. 
• Minimum 1-2 years as Pulmonary Function Technologist.
• Excellent communication both verbal and in writing.

CERTIFICATIONS/ LICENSES

• PFT - Certified by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). 
• Certified respiratory therapist (CRT) or registered respiratory therapist (RRT) credential a plus.

Come Join the Roswell Park Care Network team!  

Excellent Benefit Package............

• Medical Insurance-via Blue Cross Blue Shield
• HRA - employer funded
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Company paid life insurance
• Generous time off plus 11 paid Holidays
• Schedule is Monday through Friday

* Starting pay for a successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include experience, relevant skills, training, education, location, business needs, or market demands.