Certified PFT Tech/LPN for Pulmonology at The University of Vermont Health Network

External candidates are eligible for a one-time sign-on bonus of $7,500. Additional terms and conditions apply.

Responsibilities:

• The Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist/Licensed Practice Nurse (CPFT/LPN) performs a variety of pulmonary diagnostic tests including, but not limited to, pulmonary function, oximetry, FENO testing, home sleep studies, and administration of DME.
• The CPFT/LPN performs routine quality control testing on the pulmonary function equipment and maintains patients’ files. The CPFT/LPN works independently in the Pulmonary Function laboratory.
• AHA-BLS certification is required however, certification is not a qualifying factor to obtain the position. 
• The CPFT/LPN will support patient care in the capacity of LPN as needed.

Education/Skills Required:

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. 
• Currently licensed as a Licensed Practice Nurse in New York State.
• Registered or Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist preferred.
• LPN candidates currently credentialed by NBRC (National Board of Respiratory Care) as a Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist or those currently eligible for credentialing through NBRC will be considered first.  
• LPN’s not currently NBRC eligible, must have or be willing to complete 62 credit hours required for credentialing within 1year of hire from a college or university accredited by its regional association or its equivalent, including college credit level courses in biology, chemistry, and mathematics. 
• AHA-BLS is required within 6 months of hire or a current non-AHA-BLS card will be honored up to date of renewal. 
• Candidates with previous Medical Office, Pulmonary Function Testing and DME experience will be considered first.
• As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided.