Respiratory Therapist 2 Pulmonary Diagnostics

Inova Health System; Annandale (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Retirement matching

Tuition and Student Loan Assistance

Mental Health Support

Paid time off and parental leave

Job summary

Inova Health System in Annandale, Virginia is hiring a Respiratory Therapist 2 for full-time work, specifically within Pulmonary Diagnostics. Responsibilities include conducting pulmonary function tests and collaborating with care teams. Required qualifications include RRT certification and relevant experience in critical care or advanced diagnostics. The position offers an attractive benefits package, including health coverage and education assistance, with a commitment to employee well-being.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory care program.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification required.
• Six months in a critical care environment or 1+ years of specialized training.

Responsibilities

• Perform pulmonary function testing (PFT).
• Conduct cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET).
• Administer and evaluate bronchodilator therapy.

Skills

Pulmonary diagnostics knowledge

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Education

Graduate of an accredited CoARC respiratory care program

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Respiratory Therapist 2 Pulmonary Diagnostics

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Job Description

Inova Fairfax Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist 2 Pulmonology to join the team; this role will be Full‑Time Monday through Friday 7:30AM to 4:00PM. Primary Location will be Willow Oaks until new office opens in June 2026 Sign on and Relocation Bonus available.

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.

Featured Benefits:

• Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
• Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
• Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
• Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
• Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform pulmonary function testing (PFT), including:
• Diffusion capacity (DLCO)
• Conduct cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET) and/or stress testing (if applicable)
• Administer bronchodilator therapy and evaluate patient response
• Perform arterial blood gas (ABG) collection and analysis (if required)
• Prepare, calibrate, and maintain diagnostic equipment per manufacturer and regulatory standards
• Monitor patients during testing for safety and clinical changes
• Accurately document test results in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Ensure quality control and adherence to ATS/ERS standards and organizational policies
• Educate patients on testing procedures and provide clear instructions
• Collaborate with providers and care teams to support clinical decision‑making
• Maintain infection prevention and safety standards in all procedures
• Attention to detail and accuracy in testing and documentation
• Strong knowledge of pulmonary diagnostics and respiratory physiology
• Ability to recognize and respond to patient distress
• Effective communication and patient education skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Additional Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited CoARC (The Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) respiratory care program.
• Six months in a critical care environment or one or more years of specialized training in advanced diagnostics/pulmonary rehabilitation as a practicing Respiratory Therapist.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) National Board of Respiratory Care or more than 10 years of experience as a Certified Respiratory Therapist as defined by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Basic Life Support from AHA upon start.
• Advanced Certifications (ACLS, PALS or NRP) must be obtained within one year from date of hire.
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist and eligible to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

About Us

We are Inova, Northern Virginia’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 26,000+ team members provide world‑class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we’re a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. At Inova, we’re constantly striving to be ever better — to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare.

Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy‑related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.