Respiratory Therapist 2 Pulmonary Diagnostics

Respiratory Therapist 2 Pulmonary Diagnostics Annandale, VA, United States | Fairfax, VA, United States Job Identification: 682541 | Posting Date: 04/28/2026, 05:45 PM | Job Schedule: Full time | Locations: Inova 3289 Woodburn 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, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Primary location will be Willow Oaks until the new office opens in June 2026. Sign‑on and Relocation Bonus available. 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 more than 10 years of experience as a Certified Respiratory Therapist as defined by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC). Basic Life Support (BLS) 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr