At Mass General the brightest minds in medicine collaborate on behalf of our patients to bridge innovative science with state-of-the-art clinical medicine. The PFT Tech acts as a critical member of the patient care team within the department. The PFT Technologist promotes a philosophy of patient/family-focused care in all interactions with patients, families, and hospital personnel and focus on understanding and meeting customer needs.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to gain direct patient care experience if planning further education in the medical field (med/PA/NP school).

Position Highlights:

• Hours: 4 x 10 hour days
• Location: MGH Main Campus
• New Grads welcomed to apply!
• Award winning: Rated as the #1 hospital in America in 2015 and #2 in 2019.
• Employee Centered: Voted as one of the best places to work in Massachusetts!

What you will do:

• Coach patients through diagnostic pulmonary testing to include:

1. Spirometry, pre/post bronchodilator

2. Body Plethysmography

3. DLCO

4. Oximetry, at rest and/or exercise

• Maintain & calibrate various types of PFT equipment.
• Assist in the technical training of newly hired technologists
• Maintains annual competencies of technical skills
• Report and participate in troubleshooting for any equipment/software maintenance or performance issues.
• Stocks testing areas with supplies.
• Maintains competencies for point-of-care testing
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for testing.
• Follow all hospital infection control policies.
• Document testing accurately in ComPAS and Epic.
• Active participation in regular meetings and educational opportunities.
• Maintain a respectful, patient-focused environment of care.
• All other duties assigned.
  
  

What's in it for you:

• Medical Benefits: Start day 1!
• PTO: 20 days annually plus 10 paid holidays per year
• Retirement: 403b retirement savings plan with hospital match. Plus, a Cash Balance Retirement Pension plan
• Commuting: Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)
• Resources for child care and emergency back up care
• Employee perks: Enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.
• CEU/CME Reimbursement: up to $1,500 for full-time employees and $750 for part-time employees.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients' lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference here at Mass General Hospital.

What you will need:

• High School diploma or GED required: BS or BA in Science strongly preferred.
• Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with patients and promote interdisciplinary collaborative teamwork, including in emergent situations. Maintains effective working relations and communication with department and other hospital personnel.
• Must possess strong analytical and organizational abilities necessary to perform multiple diagnostic tasks.
• Work requires four to twelve weeks of paid training, based on prior experience, to acquire necessary familiarity with procedures and equipment.
• Must be able to prioritize multiple responsibilities encompassed within the position. Must have the ability to adapt to changing pace within the department.
• Must be able to promote a customer/patient-oriented philosophy among all staff within the area.
• Must use independent judgment, creativity and initiative in a variety of situations when assisting with patient procedures.
• Must be able to work under stressful conditions.
• Must be able to understand and operate required equipment and information systems.
• Must be physically capable of lifting (linen, supplies, patients, etc).
• Must be aware of hazards within the department; adhere to safety standards established by the Hospital and other regulatory agencies.

Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. 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.