<p>Overview</p> <p>Performs all aspects of pulmonary function testing including preparation, maintenance, and analysis and also performs cardiopulmonary tests and bronchial challenges with accuracy and precision necessary to satisfy department standards and physician interpreters.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>Performs complete pulmonary function tests, including basic spirometry, diffusion capacity studies, and whole-body plethysmograph studies; measurement of lung mechanics; ambulatory desaturation tests and basic pulmonary stress testing such as a 6 minute walk test for the purpose of measuring airway resistance, thoracic gas volume and compliance and oxygen-hemoglobin affinity studies. Instructs patients about the testing procedure prior to test administration. Edits the information and decides which values best represent the patients' condition and evaluates the validity of results. Collects, reduces, calculates, stores and summarizes data for presentation to physicians as appropriate. . Regularly calibrates the equipment. Troubleshoots and provides basic preventive and corrective maintenance of equipment. Maintains adequate inventory for supplies and spare parts for equipment. Supervises compliance of all facility and safety regulations including prevention of transmission of infection. Demonstrates proper set up of a variety of cardiac stress tests. Demonstrates proper setup of EKG lead placement for adult and pediatric patients when performing exercise tests. Contacts referring physicians regarding stress test results and potential intervention strategies. Performs other duties as required or assigned.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Experience performing a wide range of testing, including cardiopulmonary exercise testing preferred. </li><li>Previous work experience in Pulmonary Function preferred. </li><li>Anatomy and Physiology I, II preferred as well as basic medical terminology </li><li>Excellent communication skills, well-motivated and enthusiastic to deliver high quality outpatient tests. </li></ul> <p>Required Licensure/Certifications</p> <ul> <li>BLS </li></ul>