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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Pulmonary Function Technician to join our healthcare team. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting pulmonary function tests, including spirometry, lung volumes, diffusion capacity, and airway resistance. They will also be responsible for maintaining and calibrating pulmonary function testing equipment, ensuring accurate and reliable test results. The Pulmonary Function Technician will work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to diagnose and monitor respiratory conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other lung diseases. They will also provide patient education on pulmonary function tests and respiratory health. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of respiratory physiology, excellent technical skills, and the ability to work well in a team.
Responsibilities
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- Maintaining and calibrating pulmonary function testing equipment
- Working closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals
- Diagnosing and monitoring respiratory conditions
- Providing patient education on pulmonary function tests and respiratory health
- Ensuring accurate and reliable test results
- Interpreting test results
- Documenting patient information and test results
- Adhering to infection control and safety procedures
- Participating in continuing education and professional development activities
Requirements
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- Certification as a Pulmonary Function Technician
- Experience in a healthcare setting
- Strong understanding of respiratory physiology
- Excellent technical skills
- Ability to work well in a team
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to handle sensitive patient information with confidentiality
- Physical stamina to stand for long periods
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have with pulmonary function testing?
- How do you ensure accurate and reliable test results?
- How do you handle sensitive patient information?
- Can you describe a time when you had to work closely with a physician or other healthcare professional?
- How do you stay updated on the latest developments in respiratory physiology?