Senior Respiratory Therapist - Pulmonary Function Expert

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Washington (District of Columbia); Presencial; USD 90 000 - 110 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The US Department of Veterans Affairs in Washington, DC is seeking a GS-12 Registered Respiratory Therapist to evaluate indications for complex pulmonary function testing and support patient care through accurate testing and physician collaboration. The position requires an active RRT license, CPFT or RPFT certification, and completion of an accredited respiratory care program.

Primary duties include data-driven care planning, airway and ventilation management, and quality control of PFT

Qualificações

• Candidate must hold an active RRT license.
• RRT credential required for the duration of employment.
• CPFT or RPFT certification required.
• Experience with complex pulmonary function testing and related procedures.

Responsabilidades

• Evaluate indications/contraindications for complex PFT and interpret results.
• Collaborate with physicians to support diagnosing and managing respiratory conditions.
• Utilize data and patient assessment to establish care plans and monitor outcomes.
• Maintain quality control and calibrate pulmonary function testing equipment.

Conhecimentos

Clinical assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Airway management

Pulmonary function testing

Ventilation management

Critical care monitoring

Formação académica

Accredited respiratory care program

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The US Department of Veterans Affairs in Washington, DC is seeking a GS-12 Registered Respiratory Therapist to evaluate indications for complex pulmonary function testing and support patient care through accurate testing and physician collaboration. The position requires an active RRT license, CPFT or RPFT certification, and completion of an accredited respiratory care program.

Primary duties include data-driven care planning, airway and ventilation management, and quality control of PFT