Pulmonary Function Technologist

The Pulmonary Function Lab operates electromechanical respiration equipment to test and obtain data related to patients' respiratory processes for use by physicians in diagnosing and treating pulmonary disorders.

Brief Description:

1. Perform basic cardiopulmonary function tests, including simple spirometry, flow volume loop, lung volume testing by body plethysmography or helium dilution, lung diffusion testing, maximal voluntary ventilation, electrocardiogram, and pulse oximetry.

2. Conduct blood analysis tests to measure factors such as oxygen and carbon dioxide tensions, hemoglobin saturation and levels, and blood pH, using a blood gas analyzer.

3. Perform advanced cardiopulmonary testing, including cardiopulmonary exercise testing, oxygen requirements, bronchial provocation testing, exercise-induced bronchospasm testing, sleep disorders screening, and bi-level positive airway pressure titration.

4. Calibrate equipment daily and perform periodic control measurements to confirm measurement system accuracy. Perform user maintenance of all equipment; ensure equipment is operating properly and inform the supervisor if special maintenance or repair is needed. Check crash cart and test defibrillator daily.

5. Provide routine respiratory care and education to patients and families. Instruct regarding general therapeutic modalities, including oxygen and aerosol delivery, metered dose administration, and bronchial hygiene.

6. Demonstrate breathing techniques and instruct patients regarding breathing techniques during testing.

7. Enter test data in medical records. Prepare testing reports and submit them for interpretation.

8. Review final test reports for accuracy prior to distribution and document all gas parameters.

9. Maintain records of equipment calibrations, control measurements, maintenance, and repairs as necessary.

10. Follow all Hospital related policies and procedures.

11. Participate in self and others' education, training, and development, as applicable.

How To Apply:
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Detailed Description:

• Bachelor's or Associate Degree/Diploma (North American) in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Technology is required.

Job Requirements:

• Grade 08: Two (2) years of related experience with a Bachelor's or four (4) years with Associate Degree/Diploma is required.

• Grade 09: Four (4) years of experience as a Pulmonary Function Technologist at KFSH&RC.

• Average of annual performance appraisal at least (3.5) for the last four (4) years.

• Fifty (50) hours of cumulative continued medical education [CME].

Additional Details:

• Respiratory Therapy Registry (RRT) from NBRC or CSRT required for North American graduates.

• Current Registration from country of origin and Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCHS) is required.

• Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT or RPFT) is preferred.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.

• Bilingual Arabic/English is preferred.

12. Performs other related duties as assigned.