Pulmonary Function Lab Location: Dallas (This position does require travel to other locations within DFW) Shift: Monday - Friday, 0800-1700 Job Type: On-Site Why Children's Health? At Children ...
Pulmonary Function Lab Location: Dallas (This position does require travel to other locations within DFW) Shift: Monday - Friday, 0800-1700 Job Type: On-Site Why Children's Health? At Children ...
Manager Pulmonary Function Lab
Dallas, TX · On-site
Pulmonary Function Lab Location: Dallas (This position does require travel to other locations within DFW) Shift: Monday - Friday, 0800-1700 Job Type: On-Site Why Children's Health? At Children ...
Manager Pulmonary Function Lab
Dallas, TX · On-site
Pulmonary Function Lab Location: Dallas (This position does require travel to other locations within DFW) Shift: Monday - Friday, 0800-1700 Job Type: On-Site Why Children's Health? At Children ...
Reg Pulmonary Function Therapy-Day-LBJ-(Pulmonary Diagnostic Services)
Houston, TX · On-site
$42.19 - $54.84/hr
Job Profile Job Summary A Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist is both a Registered Respiratory Therapist AND either a Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) or a Registered Pulmonary ...
Reg Pulmonary Function Therapy-Day-LBJ-(Pulmonary Diagnostic Services)
Houston, TX · On-site
$42.19 - $54.84/hr
Job Profile Job Summary A Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist is both a Registered Respiratory Therapist AND either a Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) or a Registered Pulmonary ...
Job Profile Job Summary A Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist is both a Registered Respiratory Therapist AND either a Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) or a Registered Pulmonary ...
Job Profile Job Summary A Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist is both a Registered Respiratory Therapist AND either a Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) or a Registered Pulmonary ...
Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Function Technologist (Contract) - Houston (Beaumont), Texas
Houston, TX · On-site
$245 - $300/day
Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) / Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT/RPFT) Help shape the future of pulmonary care. Looking for a respiratory care role that offers flexibility, meaningful patient ...
Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Function Technologist (Contract) - Houston (Beaumont), Texas
Houston, TX · On-site
$245 - $300/day
Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) / Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT/RPFT) Help shape the future of pulmonary care. Looking for a respiratory care role that offers flexibility, meaningful patient ...
Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Function Technologist (Contract) - Houston (Beaumont), Texas
Houston, TX · On-site
$245 - $300/day
Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) / Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT/RPFT) Help shape the future of pulmonary care. Looking for a respiratory care role that offers flexibility, meaningful patient ...
Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Function Technologist (Contract) - Houston (Beaumont), Texas
Houston, TX · On-site
$245 - $300/day
Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) / Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT/RPFT) Help shape the future of pulmonary care. Looking for a respiratory care role that offers flexibility, meaningful patient ...
Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Function Technologist (Contract) - Corpus Christi, Texas
Corpus Christi, TX · On-site
$245 - $300/day
Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) / Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT/RPFT) Help shape the future of pulmonary care. Looking for a respiratory care role that offers flexibility, meaningful patient ...
Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Function Technologist (Contract) - Corpus Christi, Texas
Corpus Christi, TX · On-site
$245 - $300/day
Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) / Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT/RPFT) Help shape the future of pulmonary care. Looking for a respiratory care role that offers flexibility, meaningful patient ...
Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Function Technologist (Contract) - Corpus Christi, Texas
Corpus Christi, TX · On-site
$245 - $300/day
Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) / Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT/RPFT) Help shape the future of pulmonary care. Looking for a respiratory care role that offers flexibility, meaningful patient ...
Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Function Technologist (Contract) - Corpus Christi, Texas
Corpus Christi, TX · On-site
$245 - $300/day
Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) / Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT/RPFT) Help shape the future of pulmonary care. Looking for a respiratory care role that offers flexibility, meaningful patient ...
Physician (Pulmonary Section Chief)
Temple, TX · On-site
$278K - $371K/yr
Perform and supervise bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, pleural procedures, and interpretation of chest imaging and pulmonary function tests (PFTs), ensuring competency standards across the section.
Physician (Pulmonary Section Chief)
Temple, TX · On-site
$278K - $371K/yr
Perform and supervise bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, pleural procedures, and interpretation of chest imaging and pulmonary function tests (PFTs), ensuring competency standards across the section.
Physician (Pulmonary Section Chief)
Temple, TX · On-site
$278K - $371K/yr
Oversee the performance and interpretation of pulmonary function testing, spirometry, and diffusion studies, maintaining high-quality standards and timely reporting. Patient Education & Advocacy:
Physician (Pulmonary Section Chief)
Temple, TX · On-site
$278K - $371K/yr
Oversee the performance and interpretation of pulmonary function testing, spirometry, and diffusion studies, maintaining high-quality standards and timely reporting. Patient Education & Advocacy:
Physician (Pulmonary Section Chief)
Temple, TX · On-site
$278K - $371K/yr
Oversee the performance and interpretation of pulmonary function testing, spirometry, and diffusion studies, maintaining high-quality standards and timely reporting. * Patient Education & Advocacy:
Physician (Pulmonary Section Chief)
Temple, TX · On-site
$278K - $371K/yr
Oversee the performance and interpretation of pulmonary function testing, spirometry, and diffusion studies, maintaining high-quality standards and timely reporting. * Patient Education & Advocacy:
Order, interpret, and evaluate pulmonary function testing, laboratory studies, chest imaging, and other diagnostic testing. * Prescribe medications and therapeutic treatments within scope of practice.
Order, interpret, and evaluate pulmonary function testing, laboratory studies, chest imaging, and other diagnostic testing. * Prescribe medications and therapeutic treatments within scope of practice.
Order, interpret, and evaluate pulmonary function testing, laboratory studies, chest imaging, and other diagnostic testing. * Prescribe medications and therapeutic treatments within scope of practice.
Order, interpret, and evaluate pulmonary function testing, laboratory studies, chest imaging, and other diagnostic testing. * Prescribe medications and therapeutic treatments within scope of practice.
The clinic provides comprehensive pulmonary services including management of asthma, COPD, chronic cough, pulmonary nodules, lung masses, pulmonary function testing, oxygen therapy, smoking cessation ...
The clinic provides comprehensive pulmonary services including management of asthma, COPD, chronic cough, pulmonary nodules, lung masses, pulmonary function testing, oxygen therapy, smoking cessation ...
Hiring Pulmonology Critical Care Physician in Texas
Canyon, TX · On-site
$257K - $343K/yr
Facility includes ventilation|perfusion nuclear lung scanning, CT, chest scanning and pulmonary function testing to evaluate pulmonary diseases. Clinic hours are Monday-Thursday. Details BE|BC ...
Hiring Pulmonology Critical Care Physician in Texas
Canyon, TX · On-site
$257K - $343K/yr
Facility includes ventilation|perfusion nuclear lung scanning, CT, chest scanning and pulmonary function testing to evaluate pulmonary diseases. Clinic hours are Monday-Thursday. Details BE|BC ...
Pulmonologists
$286K - $382K/yr
Conduct pulmonary function tests and manage ventilatory support. Educate patients on respiratory health and prevention. Requirements MD or DO degree. Completion of internal medicine residency and ...
Pulmonologists
$286K - $382K/yr
Conduct pulmonary function tests and manage ventilatory support. Educate patients on respiratory health and prevention. Requirements MD or DO degree. Completion of internal medicine residency and ...
Performs physiological monitoring and diagnostic testing including, ABG puncture, bronchoscopy assistance, pulmonary function testing, bedside PFT's, metabolic monitoring, apnea monitoring ...
Performs physiological monitoring and diagnostic testing including, ABG puncture, bronchoscopy assistance, pulmonary function testing, bedside PFT's, metabolic monitoring, apnea monitoring ...
Outpatient Pulmonary Rehabilitation/PFT Respiratory Therapist
Pasadena, TX · On-site
$34 - $56.10/hr
Performs physiological monitoring and diagnostic testing including, ABG puncture, bronchoscopy assistance, pulmonary function testing, bedside PFT's, metabolic monitoring, apnea monitoring ...
Outpatient Pulmonary Rehabilitation/PFT Respiratory Therapist
Pasadena, TX · On-site
$34 - $56.10/hr
Performs physiological monitoring and diagnostic testing including, ABG puncture, bronchoscopy assistance, pulmonary function testing, bedside PFT's, metabolic monitoring, apnea monitoring ...
Performs physiological monitoring and diagnostic testing including, ABG puncture, bronchoscopy assistance, pulmonary function testing, bedside PFT's, metabolic monitoring, apnea monitoring ...
Performs physiological monitoring and diagnostic testing including, ABG puncture, bronchoscopy assistance, pulmonary function testing, bedside PFT's, metabolic monitoring, apnea monitoring ...
Permanent or temporary assignment may be made to the Pulmonary Function Lab to perform diagnostic procedures to identify and quantify dysfunction by spirometry, gas diffusion, and body ...
Permanent or temporary assignment may be made to the Pulmonary Function Lab to perform diagnostic procedures to identify and quantify dysfunction by spirometry, gas diffusion, and body ...
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What is the difference between Pulmonary Function vs Respiratory Therapist?
| Aspect | Pulmonary Function | Respiratory Therapist |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Often requires a Respiratory Therapist certification or similar | Requires state licensure and RRT credential |
| Work Environment | Specialized testing labs, clinics, hospitals | Hospitals, clinics, emergency settings |
| Job Focus | Conducts pulmonary function tests to assess lung capacity | Provides respiratory care and manages ventilators |
While both roles involve respiratory health, Pulmonary Function specialists primarily perform diagnostic tests to evaluate lung function, whereas Respiratory Therapists provide direct patient care and respiratory treatments. The two roles often collaborate but differ in certification requirements and daily responsibilities.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pulmonary function technologist, and why are they important?
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Job description
Job Title & Specialty Area: Manager Pulmonary Function Lab
Department:Pulmonary Function Lab
Location:Dallas (This position does require travel to other locations within DFW)
Shift:Monday - Friday, 0800-1700
Job Type:On-Site
Why Children's Health?
At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.
Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.
Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.
Summary:
The Pulmonary Function Lab Manager assumes the daily organizational management of the Pediatric Diagnostic Operations within our multi-site Pulmonary service line. This leadership role is responsible for supervising a team of Pulmonary Function Technicians (PFT), ensuring clinical quality and regulatory compliance, coordinating diagnostic services across multiple sites of care, and supporting service line growth initiatives. The Pulmonary Function Lab Manager plays a critical role in the accurate and safe execution of pulmonary function testing, team leadership, clinical research, operational efficiency, and patient-centered care. The incumbent collaborates with clinical leaders and interdisciplinary teams across locations and ensures alignment with strategic and regulatory standards.
Responsibilities:
* Leadership & Team Management
* Supervise, train, coach, and evaluate PFT technicians across inpatient and outpatient pediatric care sites.
* Conduct annual performance and competency assessments to ensure adherence to standards and ongoing development.
* Develop staffing models and scheduling processes to ensure adequate coverage across multiple locations.
* Clinical Operations
* Oversee the day-to-day functions of PFT labs at Dallas, Plano, and satellite clinics.
WORK EXPERIENCE
* At least 3 years hospital-based or pediatric PFT experience required
* At least 2 years managing multi-site operations or vendor relationships required
* At least 5 years leadership experience preferred
EDUCATION
* Masters Degree preferred
* Associates Degree Essential Respiratory Therapy required
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
* Registered Respiratory Therapist-credentialed through the NBRC and Texas state licensure as Respiratory Therapist required
*Basic Life Support- required
* Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist- required upon hire
* Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) from NBRC required within 12 months of hire date
A Place Where You Belong
We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children's Health a place where everyone can contribute.
Holistic Benefits - How We'll Care for You:
Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.
4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure
Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
Caregiver Leave
Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement
As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.
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