Pulmonology Respiratory Therapist II – PFT/CPET

Inova Health System; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision insurance

Retirement match

Education assistance

Student loan assistance

Mental health support

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Inova Fairfax Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist 2 Pulmonology to join our team. This is a full-time role with four 9-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, and the position will float between Inova Fairfax Hospital and Inova Center for Personalized Health.

The ideal candidate will perform PFTs, CPET or stress testing, administer bronchodilators, and document results in the EMR. A CoARC-accredited program, NBRC-RRT or extensive experience, BLS, and within-one-year ACLS/PALS/NRP are

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC respiratory care program.
• Six months in a critical care environment or one year of specialized training in advanced diagnostics/pulmonary rehabilitation.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with NBRC, or 10+ years as a Certified Respiratory Therapist.
• BLS certification from AHA required at start.
• Advanced certifications (ACLS, PALS, or NRP) within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform pulmonary function testing (PFT), including spirometry, lung volumes and DLCO.
• Conduct CPET and stress testing when applicable.
• Administer bronchodilator therapy and assess response.
• Collect and analyze arterial blood gas samples as needed.
• Prepare, calibrate and maintain diagnostic equipment per standards.
• Monitor patients during testing for safety and clinical changes.
• Document results accurately in the EMR.
• Ensure quality control and ATS/ERS-aligned procedures.
• Educate patients on testing procedures and provide clear instructions.
• Collaborate with providers and care teams for decision support.
• Maintain infection prevention and safety in all procedures.

Skills

Pulmonary diagnostics

Patient education

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

CoARC-accredited program

RRT NBRC certification

Critical care experience

Job description

Inova Fairfax Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist 2 Pulmonology to join our team. This is a full-time role with four 9-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, and the position will float between Inova Fairfax Hospital and Inova Center for Personalized Health.

The ideal candidate will perform PFTs, CPET or stress testing, administer bronchodilators, and document results in the EMR. A CoARC-accredited program, NBRC-RRT or extensive experience, BLS, and within-one-year ACLS/PALS/NRP are