Job Title Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)/Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) or Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) Major Duties The primary responsibilities and ...
Job Title Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)/Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) or Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) Major Duties The primary responsibilities and ...
CPFT (Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist) Certification - Preferred * Asthma Educator Certification - Preferred Certification Requirements * BLS (AHA) * NBRC State License Requirements * New ...
CPFT (Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist) Certification - Preferred * Asthma Educator Certification - Preferred Certification Requirements * BLS (AHA) * NBRC State License Requirements * New ...
Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Function Technologist (Contract) - Mississippi
Jackson, MS · On-site
$1.2K - $1.5K/wk
Respiratory Therapists (CRT or RRT) and Pulmonary Function Technologists (CPFT or RPFT) Crosswalk Health is reimagining pulmonary care by bringing high-quality, guideline-based outpatient spirometry ...
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Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Function Technologist (Contract) - Mississippi
Jackson, MS · On-site
$1.2K - $1.5K/wk
Respiratory Therapists (CRT or RRT) and Pulmonary Function Technologists (CPFT or RPFT) Crosswalk Health is reimagining pulmonary care by bringing high-quality, guideline-based outpatient spirometry ...
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RRT
Berlin, NH · On-site
$2.4K - $2.4K/wk
CPFT (Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist) Certification - Preferred * Asthma Educator Certification - Preferred * Prior travel experience - Preferred Job Type: Contract Salary: $2,440.00 - $2 ...
RRT
Berlin, NH · On-site
$2.4K - $2.4K/wk
CPFT (Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist) Certification - Preferred * Asthma Educator Certification - Preferred * Prior travel experience - Preferred Job Type: Contract Salary: $2,440.00 - $2 ...
NRP, ACCS, ACLS, CPFT preferred OTHER: Current RRT by the NBRC LICENSE/CERT: Required: BLS (Basic Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association), CRTT (Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician ...
NRP, ACCS, ACLS, CPFT preferred OTHER: Current RRT by the NBRC LICENSE/CERT: Required: BLS (Basic Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association), CRTT (Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician ...
Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Function Technologist (Contract) - Louisiana
Golden Meadow, LA · On-site
$1.2K - $1.5K/wk
Respiratory Therapists (CRT or RRT) and Pulmonary Function Technologists (CPFT or RPFT) Crosswalk Health is reimagining pulmonary care by bringing high-quality, guideline-based outpatient spirometry ...
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Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Function Technologist (Contract) - Louisiana
Golden Meadow, LA · On-site
$1.2K - $1.5K/wk
Respiratory Therapists (CRT or RRT) and Pulmonary Function Technologists (CPFT or RPFT) Crosswalk Health is reimagining pulmonary care by bringing high-quality, guideline-based outpatient spirometry ...
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Pulmonary Technologist
Ann Arbor, MI · On-site
Associates degree or NBRC minimum eligibility criteria for CPFT/RPFT exam Desired Qualifications* * Bachelor?s degree with a concentration in respiratory therapy, human physiology, kinesiology ...
Pulmonary Technologist
Ann Arbor, MI · On-site
Associates degree or NBRC minimum eligibility criteria for CPFT/RPFT exam Desired Qualifications* * Bachelor?s degree with a concentration in respiratory therapy, human physiology, kinesiology ...
CPFT Requirements: * You need an associate degree (or higher) from an entry into practice respiratory therapy education program OR * You need to be a CRT or RRT credentialed by the NBRC OR * You need ...
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CPFT Requirements: * You need an associate degree (or higher) from an entry into practice respiratory therapy education program OR * You need to be a CRT or RRT credentialed by the NBRC OR * You need ...
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Pulmonary Function Technologist - Naperville
Joliet, IL · On-site
$30.25 - $45.38/hr
CPFT is required to be completed within 18 months of hire. * Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred but not required. * Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)required. * Current BLS/CPR ...
Pulmonary Function Technologist - Naperville
Joliet, IL · On-site
$30.25 - $45.38/hr
CPFT is required to be completed within 18 months of hire. * Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred but not required. * Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)required. * Current BLS/CPR ...
NRP, ACCS, ACLS, CPFT preferred OTHER: Current RRT by the NBRC LICENSE/CERT: Required: BLS (Basic Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association), CRTT (Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician ...
NRP, ACCS, ACLS, CPFT preferred OTHER: Current RRT by the NBRC LICENSE/CERT: Required: BLS (Basic Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association), CRTT (Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician ...
Pulmonary Function Technologist - Naperville
Naperville, IL · On-site
$30.25 - $45.38/hr
CPFT is required to be completed within 18 months of hire. * Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred but not required. * Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) required. * Current BLS/CPR ...
Pulmonary Function Technologist - Naperville
Naperville, IL · On-site
$30.25 - $45.38/hr
CPFT is required to be completed within 18 months of hire. * Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred but not required. * Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) required. * Current BLS/CPR ...
NRP, ACCS, ACLS, CPFT preferred OTHER: Current RRT by the NBRC LICENSE/CERT: Required: BLS (Basic Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association), CRTT (Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician ...
NRP, ACCS, ACLS, CPFT preferred OTHER: Current RRT by the NBRC LICENSE/CERT: Required: BLS (Basic Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association), CRTT (Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician ...
Pulmonary Function Technologist - Naperville
Naperville, IL · On-site
$30.25 - $45.38/hr
CPFT is required to be completed within 18 months of hire. * Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred but not required. * Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)required. * Current BLS/CPR ...
Pulmonary Function Technologist - Naperville
Naperville, IL · On-site
$30.25 - $45.38/hr
CPFT is required to be completed within 18 months of hire. * Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred but not required. * Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)required. * Current BLS/CPR ...
Pulmonary Function Specialist - Casual
$35.58 - $50.24/hr
CPFT Requirements - * You need an associate degree (or higher) from an entry into practice respiratory therapy education program OR * You need to be a CRT or RRT credentialed by the NBRC OR * You ...
Pulmonary Function Specialist - Casual
$35.58 - $50.24/hr
CPFT Requirements - * You need an associate degree (or higher) from an entry into practice respiratory therapy education program OR * You need to be a CRT or RRT credentialed by the NBRC OR * You ...
Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Function Technologist (Contract) - Broward, Florida
Hollywood, FL · On-site
$1.2K - $1.5K/wk
Respiratory Therapists (CRT or RRT) and Pulmonary Function Technologists (CPFT or RPFT) Crosswalk Health is reimagining pulmonary care by bringing high-quality, guideline-based outpatient spirometry ...
Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Function Technologist (Contract) - Broward, Florida
Hollywood, FL · On-site
$1.2K - $1.5K/wk
Respiratory Therapists (CRT or RRT) and Pulmonary Function Technologists (CPFT or RPFT) Crosswalk Health is reimagining pulmonary care by bringing high-quality, guideline-based outpatient spirometry ...
Pulmonary Function Specialist - Casual
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$35.58 - $50.24/hr
CPFT Requirements - * You need an associate degree (or higher) from an entry into practice respiratory therapy education program OR * You need to be a CRT or RRT credentialed by the NBRC OR * You ...
Pulmonary Function Specialist - Casual
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$35.58 - $50.24/hr
CPFT Requirements - * You need an associate degree (or higher) from an entry into practice respiratory therapy education program OR * You need to be a CRT or RRT credentialed by the NBRC OR * You ...
Pulmonary Function Technologist - Naperville
Naperville, IL · On-site
$30.25 - $45.38/hr
CPFT is required to be completed within 18 months of hire. * Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred but not required. * Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) required. * Current BLS/CPR ...
Pulmonary Function Technologist - Naperville
Naperville, IL · On-site
$30.25 - $45.38/hr
CPFT is required to be completed within 18 months of hire. * Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred but not required. * Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) required. * Current BLS/CPR ...
Pulmonary Function Technologist - Naperville
Naperville, IL · On-site
$30.25 - $45.38/hr
CPFT is required to be completed within 18 months of hire. * Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred but not required. * Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)required. * Current BLS/CPR ...
Pulmonary Function Technologist - Naperville
Naperville, IL · On-site
$30.25 - $45.38/hr
CPFT is required to be completed within 18 months of hire. * Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred but not required. * Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)required. * Current BLS/CPR ...
Pulmonary Function Technologist - Naperville
Naperville, IL · On-site
$30.25 - $45.38/hr
CPFT is required to be completed within 18 months of hire. * Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred but not required. * Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) required. * Current BLS/CPR ...
Pulmonary Function Technologist - Naperville
Naperville, IL · On-site
$30.25 - $45.38/hr
CPFT is required to be completed within 18 months of hire. * Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred but not required. * Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) required. * Current BLS/CPR ...
Leader of Respiratory Therapy
Windsor, VT · On-site
$41.71 - $61.61/hr
ACCS, CPFT/RPFT, NPS, AE-C, etc. recommended. Minimum of three years' experience in all aspects of respiratory therapy services. Minimum two years of acute care experience. Additional Job Details
Leader of Respiratory Therapy
Windsor, VT · On-site
$41.71 - $61.61/hr
ACCS, CPFT/RPFT, NPS, AE-C, etc. recommended. Minimum of three years' experience in all aspects of respiratory therapy services. Minimum two years of acute care experience. Additional Job Details
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What are the typical work settings and daily tasks for a Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT)?
As a CPFT, you will commonly work in hospitals, outpatient clinics, or pulmonary function testing labs, performing tests to evaluate lung function in patients. Daily responsibilities include administering and interpreting spirometry and other pulmonary tests, maintaining equipment, educating patients about procedures, and documenting test results for the healthcare team. You can expect close collaboration with pulmonologists, respiratory therapists, and other allied health professionals to support patient diagnosis and treatment. This is a highly patient-focused role that requires both technical accuracy and effective communication skills. Over time, CPFTs can also expand their expertise into supervisory, teaching, or advanced respiratory care positions.
What career paths are possible at CPFT?
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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Cpft position, and why are they important?
To thrive as a Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT), you need a strong understanding of respiratory care, anatomy and physiology, and a recognized credential such as NBRC CPFT certification. Familiarity with pulmonary function testing equipment, spirometry, and relevant medical record systems is essential. Attention to detail, compassion, and strong communication skills stand out in this patient-facing role. These qualifications and qualities ensure accurate test results, patient safety, and smooth collaboration with physicians and respiratory therapists.
What is a CPFT job?
A CPFT (Certified Physical Fitness Trainer) is a professional who helps individuals improve their physical fitness through exercise programs, strength training, and conditioning. They assess clients' fitness levels, create personalized workout plans, and provide guidance on proper techniques and nutrition. CPFTs often work in gyms, fitness centers, or as independent trainers, helping clients achieve their health and wellness goals.
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Registered Respiratory Therapist (Pulmonary)
Minneapolis, MN • On-site
Other
Posted 9 days ago
U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs rating
8.2
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Job description
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)/Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) or Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT)
Major DutiesThe primary responsibilities and functions performed by the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)/Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) or Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) in the Minneapolis VAHCS encompass diagnostic evaluation, assessment, and provision of patient care services to both inpatients and outpatients. This includes patient instruction, testing, equipment/computer setup and interface, troubleshooting, and preliminary interpretation.
Additional DutiesDevelop skills through literature review of pulmonary medicine which include recognizing reproducibility of maneuvers and preliminary interpretation of diagnostic information.
Contribute ideas, plans and information to improve outpatient respiratory services.
Administers routine and special pulmonary function testing.
Adheres to established standards of practice and exercises sound clinical judgment.
Work ScheduleMonday - Friday; 7am - 3:30pm
TeleworkNot Available
Virtual PositionThis is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement000000
Relocation/Recruitment IncentivesNot Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS)Not Authorized
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