Respiratory Therapist 2 Pulmonary Diagnostics

Inova Health System•Fairfax, VA

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

Inova Fairfax Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist 2 Pulmonology to join the team. This role will be Full-Time, Monday through Friday, with four shifts at nine hours per shift. A sign-on and relocation bonus is available. This role will float between Inova Fairfax Hospital and Inova Center for Personalized Health. Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality, and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.

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 from AHA upon start
Advanced Certifications (ACLS, PALS or NRP) must be obtained within one year from date of hire.

Nice To Haves

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

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

Benefits

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Robust team member wellness program
Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
Up to $5,250 per year in education assistance
Up to $10,000 for student loans
25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost for team members, their spouses/partners, and their children
Paid time off
Paid parental leave