Respiratory Therapist II - Pulmonary Diagnostic Services

Full-Time Respiratory Therapist Pulmonary Diagnostic Services

Join our growing Pulmonary Diagnostic Services (PDS) team as a full-time Respiratory Therapist supporting pulmonary diagnostic testing across multiple UNC Health locations, including Eastowne PDS, Hillsborough PDS, and UNC Medical Center in Chapel Hill.

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Summary:

In this role, you will perform a variety of pulmonary diagnostic procedures, including:

• Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT)
• Six-Minute Walk Studies
• Flow Volume Loops (FVL)
• Diffusing Capacity (DLCO)
• High Altitude Simulation Testing (HAST)
• Shunt Studies
• Metabolic Studies
• Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing (CPET)
• Other specialized pulmonary diagnostic procedures

The ideal candidate will be able to work independently, demonstrate strong clinical judgment, and provide high-quality patient care consistent with professional and regulatory standards.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) licensure
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential preferred
• Critical Care experience preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and patient care skills

This position reports directly to the Pulmonary Diagnostic Services Manager and offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the continued growth and expansion of Pulmonary Diagnostic Services while supporting exceptional patient care across multiple clinical settings.

Responsibilities:

1. Administers standard Respiratory Care including but not limited to, aerosol medication delivery, basic bedside pulmonary function testing, breathing exercises, oxygen therapy, and arterial punctures. Provides for all aspects of airway management including aspiration of established airways, tracheostomy care, tracheostomy tube changes, endotracheal intubations and extubations. May perform Pulmonary Function Testing as needed.
2. May be required to be on-call days, nights, weekends and holidays.
3. May Perform all aspects of ventilator care to include but not limited to setting up the ventilator and verifying function using specialized ventilator modes to manage the patient's disease process. Provide for an appropriate monitoring of these patients and provide appropriate weaning techniques.
4. Maintains and improves job knowledge and skills. Functions independently with minimal supervision. Serves as resource to other staff reflective of experience level.