Respiratory Care Practitioner II Allergy and Immunology Days

Phoenix Children's; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Children's Respiratory Care Practitioner II position in the Allergy & Immunology Clinic in Phoenix offers pediatric pulmonary testing and allergy-focused care in a Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends. You will perform pulmonary function testing, educate patients and families, and work with physicians and researchers to advance care across the health system.

The role emphasizes collaboration, clinical excellence, and ongoing staff education in a specialty outpatient setting.

Qualifications

• Current BLS certification for Healthcare Providers through the American Heart Association.
• Current NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• Current Arizona Respiratory Care Practitioner License.
• Successful completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapist Program.
• Minimum one (1) year of post‑graduation respiratory care experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine pulmonary function testing, including spirometry, lung volumes, and Exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO) testing
• Complete respiratory assessments and provide patient and family education
• Assist with quality control procedures, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting of pulmonary laboratory and diagnostic equipment
• Monitor quality assurance activities and maintain accurate documentation
• Participate in staff training and competency development
• Support the implementation of new testing procedures and protocols
• Assist with coordinating daily operations and shift activities
• Collaborate with physicians, researchers, and interdisciplinary team members to support high-quality patient care and clinical initiatives

Skills

PFT testing

Spirometry

Patient education

Independent work

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapist Program

Arizona Respiratory Care Practitioner License

Current NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential

Current BLS certification for Healthcare Providers

Job description

Respiratory Care Practitioner II Allergy and Immunology Days

Department: PCMG-MAIN | Allergy and Immunology
Location: Phoenix
Shift: Mon-Fri, Days, 8am-5pm
Category: Respiratory Care
Posting #: 1049493
Employee Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

Posting Note: Join Phoenix Children's as a Respiratory Care Practitioner II in our growing Allergy & Immunology Clinic, where you'll have the opportunity to build lasting relationships with pediatric patients while working in a collaborative outpatient specialty setting. This Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM position offers an excellent work-life balance with no weekends or holidays, making it ideal for an experienced Respiratory Therapist seeking a rewarding clinic-based role. A key focus of this position is supporting the diagnosis and treatment of allergies, immunology, asthma, RAD, Eosonaphillic conditions, airway inflammation disease through advanced pulmonary diagnostic testing in the Allergy and Immunology department and working alongside the Pulmonology department. As a Respiratory Therapist you will perform a variety of pulmonary function and participate in patient education, contributing to quality improvement, staff education, and research initiatives across the Health System.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine pulmonary function testing, including spirometry, lung volumes, and Exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO) testing
• Complete respiratory assessments and provide patient and family education
• Assist with quality control procedures, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting of pulmonary laboratory and diagnostic equipment
• Monitor quality assurance activities and maintain accurate documentation
• Participate in staff training and competency development
• Support the implementation of new testing procedures and protocols
• Assist with coordinating daily operations and shift activities
• Collaborate with physicians, researchers, and interdisciplinary team members to support high-quality patient care and clinical initiatives

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of biological sciences and cardiopulmonary physiology sufficient to perform pulmonary function testing
• Experience performing routine pulmonary function studies
• Familiarity with pulmonary laboratory equipment and related diagnostic equipment
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with patients, families, providers, staff, and research personnel
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced outpatient specialty environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

Required Qualifications

• Current BLS certification for Healthcare Providers through the American Heart Association
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Current Arizona Respiratory Care Practitioner License
• Successful completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapist Program
• Minimum one (1) year of post‑graduation respiratory care experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Pediatric respiratory therapy experience
• Outpatient Allergy, Immunology, Pulmonary, or other specialty clinic experience
• Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) experience
• Experience with spirometry, lung volumes, and/or Exhaled Nitric Oxide testing
• Post‑graduation experience in a hospital environment
• Current PALS certification
• American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) membership

Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Vision

Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

We realize this vision by:

• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
• Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
• Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
• Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families

Values

• We place children and families at the center of all we do
• We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
• We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
• We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable