Respiratory Therapist II

HCA HealthONE Presbyterian St. Luke's; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental and vision options

Life and disability coverage

401(k) Plan with match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

HCA HealthONE Presbyterian St. Luke's in Denver is seeking a Respiratory Practitioner II to join the Pulmonary Function Lab. You will perform and interpret tests that assess lung function, support diagnoses and treatment, and ensure patient safety during procedures.

The role requires an associate or bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy with RRT certification; CPFT/RPFT preferred. You will calibrate and maintain equipment, educate patients, and collaborate with physicians and nurses in a

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy required.
• RRT certification required.
• CPFT or RPFT preferred in addition to RRT.

Responsibilities

• Perform pulmonary function tests such as spirometry, diffusion capacity, lung volumes, maximal pressures and airway resistance.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot respiratory devices including volume/flow measurement systems, gas analyzers and bronchoscopes.
• Ensure patient comfort and safety during testing for adults and pediatrics; provide respiratory health education.
• Interpret test results, document findings accurately, and report abnormal results to physicians.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, residents, nurses and students; support care coordination.
• Participate in quality control and adherence to regulatory standards.

Skills

Communication

Patient education

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy

RRT certification

Tools

Pulmonary function equipment

Bronchoscopy equipment

Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $29.87 - $46.83 / hour. Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Respiratory Therapist II? At HCA HealthONE Presbyterian St. Luke's, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

HCA HealthONE Presbyterian St. Luke's offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Respiratory Practitioner II like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

Pulmonary Function Lab Job Description & Qualifications

Pulmonary Function Technologists (PFTs) are specialized healthcare professionals who perform and interpret tests to assess lung function, supporting diagnosis, treatment, and management of respiratory conditions such as asthma, COPD, and pulmonary fibrosis.

Job Summary

Pulmonary Function Lab staff conduct a range of diagnostic tests to measure lung capacity, volume, flow rates, and gas exchange. They operate advanced respiratory equipment, ensure patient safety, and collaborate with physicians to develop treatment plans. They must also assist with bedside tracheostomies, bronchoscopies, to include EBUS, laser, and specialized Robotic Monarchs. The role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with patients and healthcare teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Test Administration: Perform pulmonary function tests such as spirometry, diffusion capacity, lung volumes (plethysmography), maximal pressures, and airway resistance.
• Equipment Operation & Maintenance: Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot respiratory devices including volume/flow measurement systems, gas analyzers, and bronchoscopes.
• Patient Care: Ensure patient comfort and safety during testing for both the adult and pediatric population; provide respiratory health education.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Interpret test results, document findings accurately in electronic or paper records, and report abnormal results to physicians.
• Collaboration: Work with healthcare providers, residents, nurses and students; support care coordination and interdisciplinary team efforts.
• Quality Assurance: Participate in quality control, improvement activities, and adherence to regulatory standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Requires an associate or bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy, respiratory care. RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) certification required.
• Certification: CPFT or RPFT preferred in addition to RRT.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in operating and maintaining pulmonary function equipment; understanding of respiratory physiology and pathology. Bronchoscopy expert preferred.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication, patient education abilities, attention to detail, and teamwork.
• Regulatory Compliance: Knowledge of documentation standards and patient safety protocols.

Work Environment

Pulmonary Function Lab staff work in clinical or research settings, often in hospitals, clinics, or academic institutions. The role involves direct patient interaction, technical precision, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Work Schedule

• Monday-Friday
• Scheduled shifts may vary based on needs
• HCA-observed holidays off

In short: A Pulmonary Function Lab position is a technical, patient-focused role that blends respiratory care expertise with diagnostic testing, requiring both clinical and technical competencies to support respiratory health assessment and management.

HCA HealthONE, one of the largest and most comprehensive healthcare systems in the Rocky Mountain region, offers more than 170 care sites in the Denver metro area. Offering services across the continuum of care to meet patients’ total healthcare needs, HCA HealthONE includes seven acute care hospitals, a dedicated flagship pediatric hospital, a rehabilitation hospital, CareNow® urgent care clinics, mental health campuses, imaging and surgery centers, physician practices, home and hospice care, and AirLife Denver, which provides regional critical care air and ground transportation. Among HCA HealthONE’s acute care hospitals is Presbyterian/St. Luke’s (P/SL). P/SL has been meeting the healthcare needs of patients and their families from across the Rocky Mountain region for more than 140 years. Included on the P/SL campus is Rocky Mountain Children’s, a dedicated pediatric hospital, making the campus the only tertiary/quaternary combined pediatric and adult hospital in this region. P/SL is home to an award-winning cancer program including the Colorado Blood Cancer Institute, a solid organ transplant program, and complex orthopedics. Consistently among the Denver Business Journals’ list of top corporate philanthropists in the Denver-metro area, HCA HealthONE was named as one of the most community-minded organizations by The Civic 50 and contributed more than $1 million through cash and in-kind donations last year alone, along with more than $400M in federal, state and local taxes.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Respiratory Practitioner II opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.