This job is closed
Applications are no longer available for this announcement. Explore current related opportunities below.
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 Four Shifts at Nine Hours Per Shift. Sign on and Relocation Bonus Available. Willow Oaks - 8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive Suite 500 Fairfax, VA 22031
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.
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 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 obtain within one year from date of hire.
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.