Respiratory Therapist 2 Pulmonary Diagnostics

Overview Inova Fairfax Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist 2 Pulmonology to join the team. This is a full-time role Monday through Friday, four shifts of nine hours each. Sign-on and relocation bonuses are available. The position will float between Inova Fairfax Hospital and Inova Center for Personalized Health. 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 Qualifications 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) with the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC), or more than 10 years of experience as a Certified Respiratory Therapist as defined by 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 Benefits Committed to Team Member Health: medical, dental and vision coverage, and a wellness program Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions, starting on your first day Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans Mental Health Support: 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions per person per year at no cost for team members, spouses/partners, and dependents Work/Life Balance: paid time off and paid parental leave #J-18808-Ljbffr Inova Health System