Pulmonary Tech - Waltham - Great… at Massachusetts… · Waltham

Summary: Massachusetts General Hospital is a not-for-profit organization that supports patient care, research, teaching, and community service. The Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) Technologist collaborates with the patient care team to ensure continuity of care, providing direct patient care and supporting the training of new technologists. Responsibilities: - Guide patients through diagnostic pulmonary evaluations, including: - Spirometry with pre- and post-bronchodilator assessments - Body plethysmography - Diffusing capacity (DLCO) - Oximetry at rest and/or during exercise - Perform maintenance and calibration on a variety of pulmonary function testing (PFT) equipment - Support the technical training and onboarding of newly hired technologists - Maintain annual competencies in relevant technical skills - Report and contribute to troubleshooting for equipment or software maintenance and performance concerns - Ensure testing areas are adequately stocked with necessary supplies - Demonstrate proficiency and maintain competencies in point-of-care testing - Uphold cleanliness and safety protocols in all testing environments - Adhere to all hospital infection control policies and procedures - Accurately document testing information in ComPAS and Epic systems - Actively participate in regular meetings and continuing education sessions - Foster a respectful and patient-centered environment of care - Fulfill additional responsibilities as assigned Required Qualifications: - High School diploma or GED required - Guide patients through diagnostic pulmonary evaluations, including: Spirometry with pre- and post-bronchodilator assessments, Body plethysmography, Diffusing capacity (DLCO), Oximetry at rest and/or during exercise - Perform maintenance and calibration on a variety of pulmonary function testing (PFT) equipment - Support the technical training and onboarding of newly hired technologists - Maintain annual competencies in relevant technical skills - Report and contribute to troubleshooting for equipment or software maintenance and performance concerns - Ensure testing areas are adequately stocked with necessary supplies - Demonstrate proficiency and maintain competencies in point-of-care testing - Uphold cleanliness and safety protocols in all testing environments - Adhere to all hospital infection control policies and procedures - Accurately document testing information in ComPAS and Epic systems - Actively participate in regular meetings and continuing education sessions - Foster a respectful and patient-centered environment of care - Fulfill additional responsibilities as assigned - Approximately 1 month of training to be completed in our main Boston lab, followed by a primary work location at MGH Waltham - Willingness to cover in either location a plus - Strong interpersonal and communication skills for teamwork and patient interaction, including emergencies - Effective relations with department and hospital staff required - Strong analytical and organizational skills for multiple diagnostics - Paid training of four to twelve weeks based on experience - Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing department pace - Promote a customer/patient-focused approach among staff - Independent judgment, creativity, and initiative needed during patient procedures - Ability to work under stress - Competent in operating equipment and information systems - Physically able to lift linen, supplies, patients, etc - Adhere to department safety standards - Able to work with adult, elderly, and critically ill patients; productive in emergencies and on-call situations - Maintain professionalism at all times - Demonstrate technical and interpersonal proficiency as set by PFT lab leadership after training Preferred Qualifications: - BS or BA in Science preferred Required Skills: Spirometry with pre- and post-bronchodilator assessments, Body plethysmography, Diffusing capacity (DLCO), Oximetry at rest and/or during exercise, Pulmonary function testing (PFT) equipment maintenance and calibration, Point-of-care testing, ComPAS system documentation, Epic system documentation, Infection control policies adherence Benefits: Paid training of four to twelve weeks based on experience., In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth., We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.