Pulmonary Function Lab RRT – Full-Time, Mon–Fri

UPMC; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Care Professional to join the Pulmonary Function Lab in a full-time, Monday‑Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The role involves providing diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory services across patient populations, with opportunities to supervise trainees during clinical rotations. Candidates must hold CPFT/RPFT credentials or be willing to obtain them within nine months of hire, and will work under physician direction to develop treatment plans,

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care program (required).
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from NBRC (required).
• Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license (required).
• CPFT/RPFT credentials or willingness to obtain within nine months of hire (required or willingness).
• RRT earned after July 1, 2002 must maintain NBRC certification per NBRC continuing competency requirements.

Responsibilities

• Reviews prescriptions, evaluates ABGs, and assesses patient information to determine therapy needs.
• Establishes treatment requirements including therapy type, duration, dosage, delivery method, and precautions.
• Evaluates and adjusts treatment plans to align with physician orders and patient response.
• Sets up and operates respiratory care equipment including ventilators and gas systems.
• Monitors equipment performance and adjusts to optimize outcomes.
• Performs bronchopulmonary drainage, breathing exercises, and pulmonary function testing.
• Responds to emergencies and assists with transport of ventilated patients.
• Consults with physicians regarding adverse reactions or changes in patient condition.
• Maintains accurate patient records and evaluates order appropriateness.
• Supervises students during clinical rotations as assigned.

Skills

Respiratory care

Pulmonary function testing

Ventilators operation

Emergency response

Clinical documentation

Education

CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care program

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) NBRC

Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license

Tools

Mechanical ventilators

Therapeutic gas systems

Environmental control systems

Aerosol generators

Job description

UPMC is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Care Professional to join the Pulmonary Function Lab in a full-time, Monday‑Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The role involves providing diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory services across patient populations, with opportunities to supervise trainees during clinical rotations. Candidates must hold CPFT/RPFT credentials or be willing to obtain them within nine months of hire, and will work under physician direction to develop treatment plans,