Inova Health System is looking for Respiratory Therapist 2 Pulmonary Diagnostics in Fairfax, VA. This local job opportunity with ID 3737959978 is live since 2026-07-02 06:31:52.

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. 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.
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.