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Introduction

Working as a pulmonary support technician (PST) will provide valuable exposure to a wide range of healthcare professions, offering a unique perspective on the collaborative nature of patient care. In this role, you will regularly interact with respiratory therapists, nurses, physicians, and other specialists, allowing you to gain firsthand insight into their responsibilities, communication styles, and decision-making processes. This exposure will not only deepen your understanding of the healthcare system overall but will also help build interdisciplinary skills and foster a greater appreciation for the diverse roles that contribute to patient outcomes. It is an ideal position for those considering a future career in healthcare, as it provides practical experience and a clearer sense of potential career paths.

The pulmonary support technician role is a fast-paced one. The PST obtains 12-lead ECGs on patients ranging from neonates to adults, from routine pre-operative patients to rapid responses and patient emergencies. Strong computer skills are essential as the PST takes the data obtained and integrates it into the patient’s electronic health record. The PST is also responsible for analyzing arterial and venous blood gases using state-of-the-art equipment. Strong communication skills are vital as the PST will be interacting with respiratory therapists, nurses, and physicians with any blood analysis results that warrant intervention. PSTs are an essential and valued part of the healthcare team.

Working as a pulmonary support technician (PST) will provide valuable exposure to a wide range of healthcare professions, offering a unique perspective on the collaborative nature of patient care. In this role, you will regularly interact with respiratory therapists, nurses, physicians, and other specialists, allowing you to gain firsthand insight into their responsibilities, communication styles, and decision-making processes. This exposure will not only deepen your understanding of the healthcare system overall but will also help build interdisciplinary skills and foster a greater appreciation for the diverse roles that contribute to patient outcomes. It is an ideal position for those considering a future career in healthcare, as it provides practical experience and a clearer sense of potential career paths.

The pulmonary support technician role is a fast-paced one. The PST obtains 12-lead ECGs on patients ranging from neonates to adults, from routine pre-operative patients to rapid responses and patient emergencies. Strong computer skills are essential as the PST takes the data obtained and integrates it into the patient’s electronic health record. The PST is also responsible for analyzing arterial and venous blood gases using state-of-the-art equipment. Strong communication skills are vital as the PST will be interacting with respiratory therapists, nurses, and physicians with any blood analysis results that warrant intervention. PSTs are an essential and valued part of the healthcare team.

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Pulmonary Support Tech you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Mission Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

Mission Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

+ Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.

+ Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.

+ Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

+ 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

+ Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock

+ Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.

+ Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more

+ Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts

+ Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships

+ Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)

+ Colleague recognition program

+ Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

+ Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

_Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location._

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Pulmonary Support Tech where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

What you will do in this role:

**Role Summary:** The pulmonary support technician provides valuable support services for the Respiratory Services Department, the organization and the community by maintaining quality control of laboratory equipment and performing EKG services as directed according to established standards and practices.

What qualifications you will need:

+ **Required Education:** High School Diploma or GED equivalent, computer literate, knowledge of medical terminology

+ **Preferred Education:** Associate Degree preferred

+ **Required Certification:** BLS certification

+ **Required Experience:** One year in healthcare setting.

+ **Preferred Experience:** One year experience performing EKG testing; one year experience performing quality control testing in a laboratory environment

Mission Hospital is located in Asheville, North Carolina. This is Mission Health's flagship hospital, licensed for 815 beds. Healthgrades named Mission Hospital as of one America's 50 Best Hospitals from 2020-2023. Mission Hospital is in the top 1% of hospitals in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year. Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade recognized Mission Hospital with an "A," nationally recognizing Mission Hospital's achievements in protecting patients and providing safer healthcare. Mission Hospital also earned the prestigious Magnet® Designation in November 2020. This is the highest international honor that distinguishes organizations that meet rigorous nursing excellence standards. We are the regional referral center for tertiary and quaternary care. We are the region's only Level II trauma center. Mission Hospital also includes Mission Children's Hospital. The region's only children's hospital - providing 30 pediatric sub-specialists. We're the busiest surgical hospital west of Raleigh, North Carolina. We are the second-busiest in the state. Mission Hospital provides the only open heart and interventional cardiology in the region. We are the only Cyberknife provider west of Raleigh.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Pulmonary Support Tech opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. **Unlock the possibilities and apply today!**

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.