Respiratory Therapist 2 Pulmonary Diagnostics

Inova Health; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

5% retirement match

Education assistance & student loan up

Mental health support sessions

Paid time off & parental leave

Job summary

Inova Health in Northern Virginia is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II for Pulmonology to join our team. This full-time role operates Monday through Friday with four nine-hour shifts and will float between Inova Fairfax Hospital and the Center for Personalized Health.

The position supports pulmonary function testing, ABG analysis, and patient care education while adhering to ATS/ERS standards. Inova offers a comprehensive benefits package, relocation/sign-on bonus, and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC accredited respiratory care program.
• Six months in a critical care environment or one year of specialized training in advanced diagnostics/pulmonary rehabilitation.
• RRT NBRC credential or >10 years as CRT as defined by NBRC.
• Basic Life Support from AHA required at start date.
• ACLS/PALS/NRP must be obtained within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform pulmonary function testing (PFT), including spirometry and lung volumes.
• Administer bronchodilator therapy and evaluate patient response.
• Perform ABG collection and analysis as required.
• Prepare, calibrate, and maintain diagnostic equipment per standards.
• Monitor testing for safety and document results in EMR.
• Educate patients on procedures and provide clear instructions.
• Collaborate with providers to support clinical decision-making.
• Maintain infection prevention and safety standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Pulmonary diagnostics

Recognize patient distress

Communication and education

Independence and teamwork

Education

CoARC-accredited respiratory care program

Job description

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 Four Shifts at Nine Hours Per Shift. Sign on and Relocation Bonus Available. This role will float between Inova Fairfax Hospital and Inova Center for Personalized Health. 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:
• Spirometry
• Lung volumes
• 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

Skills & Competencies

• 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 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 obtain within one year from date of hire.

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. And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better — to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare.

Inova Health 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.