Pulmonary Lab Manager Job at American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) (Dallas)

Job Description

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.

Job Responsibility

Supervise, train, coach, and evaluate PFT technicians across inpatient and outpatient pediatric care sites
Conduct annual performance and competency assessments
Develop staffing models and scheduling processes
Oversee the day-to-day functions of PFT labs at Dallas, Plano, and satellite clinics
Ensure proper execution and standardization of: Spirometry
Lung Volumes (Plethysmography)
DLCO
Bronchoprovocation testing
Maintain equipment functionality and calibration records
troubleshoot technical issues
Collaborate with research teams
Ensure accurate documentation in Epic and timely provider communication
Maintain compliance with ATS, CMS, Joint Commission, HIPAA, and infection prevention standards
Develop, review, and enforce PFT lab standard operating policies and procedures
Manage relationships with external vendors
Ensure vendor adherence to contractual terms and clinical safety standards
Monitor vendor performance through KPIs, satisfaction metrics, and incident tracking
Collaborate with Supply Chain, Clinical Engineering, and IT
Collaborate with pulmonologists, respiratory therapy, and administrative leadership
Support pulmonary service line expansion through resource planning, capacity modeling, and performance analytics
Participate in long-range planning for diagnostic service enhancements and capital investment proposals
Track and analyze lab performance metrics
Lead quality improvement and accreditation readiness initiatives
Facilitate staff huddles, team meetings, and cross-functional communication

Requirements

At least 3 years hospital-based or pediatric pulmonary function experience required
At least 5 years of supervisory or manager experience required
Experience in research and understanding of patient population preferred
At least 2 years managing multi-site operations or vendor relationships preferred
Two-year Associate's degree or equivalent experience Respiratory Therapy required
RRT- Registered Respiratory Therapist credentialed through the NBRC Upon Hire required
Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) Upon Hire required
Texas state licensure as Respiratory Therapist Upon Hire required
PACES required within 180 days
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements required

Nice to have

Experience in research and understanding of patient population
At least 2 years managing multi-site operations or vendor relationships

What we offer

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

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