Respiratory Therapist - Part-time
Company: MedStar Health
Location: Fort Washington
Posted on: January 11, 2026
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Job Description:
About this Job: General Summary of Position Responsible for
performing adult pulmonary function testing stress testing arterial
punctures and pulse oximetry for the laboratories in the Department
of Medicine. Performs patient testing on adult patients evaluates
patient status and provides appropriate treatment and diagnostic
tests. Maintains confidential patient files. Acts as a resource to
and consults with physicians on matters pertaining to diagnostic
testing. Performs operations calibration maintenance and
troubleshooting of diagnostic therapeutic and computer equipment.
The incumbent can perform inventory and ordering of supplies and
medicine. Schedule: Three 8-hour shifts each week; 8a-430p Primary
Duties and Responsibilities Contributes to the achievement of
established department goals and objectives and adheres to
department policies procedures quality standards and safety
standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation
regulations. Independently performs all specified pulmonary
function tests requested by the physicians within and outside of
the Medical Center. These include but are not limited to:
spirometry flow loops Helium dilution nitrogen washout and
plethysmographic lung volume diffusion capacity broncho-dilator &
methacholine studies arterial blood gas draws pulse oximetry and
maximum inspiratory and expiratory pressure measurements. Performs
bronchospasm evaluations to determine the effect of medication on
pulmonary abilities reflected by previous pulmonary function
studies. Makes notations of test results and calibration from
equipment for the physician review. Modifies treatment and testing
plans to appropriate pediatric format for all non-adult patients.
Completes all patient histories demographic data & billing
information maintaining the confidentiality of all records and
files. Updates and maintains the patient database. As possible
schedule appointments and follow-ups and make appropriate
confirmation calls. Completes all paperwork for each patient visit
taking care to utilize the correct codes and documentation for
follow-up. Offers instruction and therapy in anatomy and physiology
of the respiratory system with regard to specific diseases use of
an inhaler aerosol inhalation chest percussion postural drainage
exercises pursed lips or abdominal breathing exercises ambulatory
breathing exercises and coughing techniques. Orders all medical
miscellaneous and drug supplies for each laboratory use. Maintains
cleanliness order and safety of labs. Keeps equipment in good
functioning order requesting maintenance service when needed.
Sterilized and cleans equipment according to standards and
procedural guidelines. Performs all required calibrations as needed
maintains documentation for review by regulatory agencies (IE DCRA
JACHO). Maintains files for completed testing. Performs billing for
Physician part of the neuro-diagnostic testing maintains records
and files completed paperwork appropriately. Participates in
meetings and on committees and represents the department and
hospital in community outreach efforts. Participates in
multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams. Minimal
Qualifications Education Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy
or equivalent degree in an allied health profession with
concentrated study in mathematics and/or physics required or
CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN TO AN APPROPRIATE COMBINATION OF
EDUCATION/TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE required Experience Statistical
knowledge is essential. Knowledge of arterial blood draws
spirometry flow volume loops dlco lung volumes bronchodilator and
methacholine measurements and calibrations. Knowledge of both adult
and pediatric pulmonary functions and test procedures required and
Advanced life support preferred Licenses and Certifications CRT -
Certified Respiratory Therapist CRT (Certified Respiratory
Therapist) or Certified Pulmonary Function Technician (CPFT) or
Professional Registration as a Pulmonary Function Technologist
(RPFT) must be obtained within 1 Year required or Cert Pulmonary
Function Techno - CPFT CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist) or
Certified Pulmonary Function Technician (CPFT) or Professional
Registration as a Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) must be
obtained required Knowledge Skills and Abilities Verbal ability is
required to understand medical terminology and technical language.
Good written communication skills and computer knowledge are
essential. Manual dexterity is required to operate equipment and
perform pulmonary functions tests. Must be technical with regard to
the orientation of work ethics and patient interaction. This
position has a hiring range of : USD $35.68 - USD $64.71 /Hr.
Keywords: MedStar Health, Centreville , Respiratory Therapist - Part-time, Seasonal Jobs , Fort Washington, Virginia
