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RESPIRATORY THERAPIST - PULMONARY FUNCTION TECH (PFT)
Beebe Healthcare
Application
Details
Posted: 29-Mar-26
Location: Lewes, Delaware
Categories:
Allied Health
Internal Number: 11228
Why Beebe?
Become part of the Beebe team - an inclusive team positioned in a vibrant, coastal community. Enjoy a fulfilling career as you support the health of our patients and a team focused on excellence.
In addition to competitive compensation and wellness benefits (medical, dental, vision, and prescription) Beebe Healthcare also offers:
Sign-on and Referral Bonuses for select positions
Tuition Assistance to $5,000
Paid Time Off
Long Term Sick accrual
Employer Contribution Plan
Free Short and Long-Term Disability for Full Time employees
Zero copay for drugs on prescription plan for certain conditions
College Bound 529 Savings Plan
Life Insurance
Beebe Pers via WorkAdvantage
Employee Assistance Program
Pet Insurance
Overview
The Pulmonary Function Technician (PFT) is responsible for performing comprehensive pulmonary diagnostic testing to evaluate lung function and support physician diagnosis and treatment. This role maintains accurate documentation across the pulmonary lab, bronchoscopy lab, and blood gas lab while ensuring high-quality patient care, safety, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative, team-focused approach.
Responsibilities
Maintains accurate records for pulmonary lab, bronchoscopy lab and blood gas lab. Performs various testing maneuvers to determine pulmonary mechanics and lung volume studies as ordered by the physician including spirometry, FVL, FVC, MVV, DLCO, Airway resistance and Methacholine challenge testing. Documents all pertinent data on the patient's medical record following completion of any service. Performs diagnostic procedures with the pulmonary physicians such as thoracentesis assists. Demonstrates active participation in filling daily schedules and confirming patient appointments/instructions to maximize productivity. Hands off patient care plan thoroughly and effectively with peers, physician, and nursing staff, maintaining a team focus.
Qualifications
Performs pulmonary function testing as ordered by the physician, including:
Spirometry
Flow Volume Loops (FVL)
Forced Vital Capacity (FVC)
Maximum Voluntary Ventilation (MVV)
Diffusing Capacity (DLCO)
Airway Resistance
Methacholine Challenge Testing
Performs various testing maneuvers to determine pulmonary mechanics and lung volume studies.
Assists pulmonary physicians with diagnostic procedures, including thoracentesis support.
Recognizes abnormal findings and communicates urgent concerns appropriately.
Documentation & Lab Management
Maintains accurate and complete records for the pulmonary lab, bronchoscopy lab, and blood gas lab.
Documents all pertinent patient data in the medical record following completion of services.
Ensures compliance with regulatory and departmental standards.
Patient Coordination & Productivity
Actively participates in managing daily schedules to maximize lab productivity.
Confirms patient appointments and provides clear pre-test instructions.
Ensures timely flow of patients through the department.
Team Collaboration
Provides thorough and effective handoff communication regarding patient care plans to peers, physicians, and nursing staff.
Maintains a collaborative, team-focused environment.
Supports quality improvement initiatives within the department.
Credentials
BLS - Basic Life Saving Certification
ACLS upon hire or within 3 months
Certified Pulmonary Function Tech (PFT) preferred OR Registered Pulmonary Function Tech (PFT) preferred
Beebe Healthcare serves the Sussex County community with a medical center located in beautiful, historic Lewes, Delaware, and convenient outpatient locations throughout the county. Founded in 1916 by two physician brothers, Drs. James Beebe and Richard C. Beebe, the medical center in Lewes is a 210-licensed-bed, not-for-profit seaside community hospital. Beebe's specialized service lines include cardiac and vascular, surgical services, oncology, women's health, and orthopaedic services. Beebe offers an array of inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and diagnostic services.
Beebe's five satellite campuses offer imaging, physical rehabilitation, and lab services, as well as walk-in care centers. In addition, Beebe offers Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine and Diabetes Management & Medical Nutrition Therapy.
With a mission to serve the community, Beebe also offers many free screenings and outreach programs through its Population Health Department; and advanced medical care for those who are recuperating at home through Beebe Home Care Services.
Beebe is also training the next generation of nurses through the Margaret H. Rollins School of Nursing, located behind the Medical Cente...r in Lewes.
Beebe's Medical Staff has grown tremendously since the early 1990s. Employed physicians through Beebe Medical Group and our affiliated physicians on Beebe's Medical Staff now serve patients from Milford to Millville in specialties including cardiac surgery, dermatology, endocrinology, family practice, gastroenterology, general surgery, internal medicine, pediatric neurology, and surgical oncology.
Beebe is proud to offer quality care, close to home for the residents and visitors of Sussex County.