Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers | Respiratory Therapist, Registered | Pulmonary Function Technologist in Florida
Definition | An individual who is trained and qualified to perform pulmonary diagnostic tests. In the course of conducting these tests, the Pulmonary Function Technologist is able to setup, calibrate, maintain, and ensure the quality assurance of the pulmonary function testing equipment. In the laboratory, clinical or patient care setting the technologist instructs patients, elicits cooperation, performs procedures, monitors patient response, and evaluates patient performance. Tests results are calculated, compared with predicted normal ranges, and evaluated for reliability. The technologist collects clinical history data and evaluates the clinical implications of the test results. |
Grouping | Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers |
Classification | Respiratory Therapist, Registered |
Specialization | Pulmonary Function Technologist |
Health providers classified as Pulmonary Function Technologist in Florida
Related specializations
Title | Specialization |
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227900000X | |
2279C0205X | Critical Care |
2279E0002X | Emergency Care |
2279E1000X | Educational |
2279G0305X | Geriatric Care |
2279G1100X | General Care |
2279H0200X | Home Health |
2279P1004X | Pulmonary Diagnostics |
2279P1005X | Pulmonary Rehabilitation |
2279P3800X | Palliative/Hospice |
2279P3900X | Neonatal/Pediatrics |
2279P4000X | Patient Transport |
2279S1500X | SNF/Subacute Care |