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University of Vermont Medical Group, NY LLC Certified PFT Tech/LPN for Pulmonology in Plattsburgh, New York

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.

The University of Vermont Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Minimum Salary: 32.32 Maximum Salary: 46.86 Salary Unit: Hourly

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