Methodist Healthcare System · 3 weeks ago
Pulmonary Function Tech PRN
San Antonio, TX
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expMethodist Healthcare System is committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. The Pulmonary Function Tech PRN is responsible for assessing, treating, and providing diagnostic testing for patients with pulmonary disorders, as well as operating respiratory equipment and providing emergency care as needed.
Emergency MedicineHealth CareHospitalMedical
Responsibilities
Read prescriptions, measures arterial blood gases, perform pulmonary function tests as ordered or following department protocols, administers tests independently and accurately, with appropriate documentation, and reviews patient information to assess the patient’s condition
Evaluates requirements for treatment, such as treatment type, mode and duration of therapy, universal precautions, medication and dosage, in accordance with physician orders, and provides education and training to patients and family members
Monitors physiological response to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, pulse oximetry, auscultation, and consults with the physician for changes in patient status
Sets up and operates devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration, aerosol generators, and disposable medical products, following specific parameters for treatment
Provides emergency care, including artificial ventilation, external cardiac message, and assists with cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Works as part of a team of physicians, nurses, and other health care professionals to manage patient care, enforce safety rules, and ensures adherence to the physician’s orders
Qualification
Required
Graduate of a respiratory therapy program: Certification, Associate degree, or Baccalaureate program preferred
Texas Department of Health 'Respiratory Care Practitioner' (RCP) license
Preferred
Two(2) years of clinical experience preferred
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) certification and/or registry preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Company
Methodist Healthcare System
Since 1963, Methodist Healthcare has continuously evolved to meet the growing needs of the greater San Antonio community.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Clint Kotal
Chief Executive Officer
Ryan Simpson
Chief Executive Officer at Methodist Hospital and Methodist Children’s Hospital
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