About this role
ST Health Presbyterian is seeking a Pulmonary Technologist II to join our team on a full-time basis in the Falk Medical Building!
This position is 40 hours a week, 8-hour daylight shifts, with no weekends or holidays required!
Qualified Exercise Physiologists and Respiratory Therapists will also be considered and are encouraged to apply!
Purpose:
Under the general supervision of the Medical and Administrative Directors of Pulmonary Services the Pulmonary Technologist II is responsible for all aspects of the technical, analytical and the instruction of all high-risk procedures in the pulmonary evaluation process regarding patient testing.
Responsibilities:
- Maintains and calibrates diagnostic equipment. Applies basic troubleshooting skills and makes minor adjustments to the equipment when necessary.
- Assists in providing emergency medical care.
- Performs cardio pulmonary stress testing, including the insertion and maintenance of arterial lines. May also administer medications for patient prep for cardio pulmonary exercise testing
- Performs exercise desaturation and home oxygen evaluations. Also obtains arterial blood gas and hemoglobin samples.
- Performs duties and responsibilities according to the corporate philosophy and basis of service excellence of the ST Health Health System.
- Assists with department orientation and teaching staff and or students. Also assists with research activities.
- Performs pulmonary diagnostic testing including spirometry, lung volumes and diffusing capacity. Administers respiratory care medications as they relate to performance of pulmonary function testing as delineated in policies /protocols.
- Assists the Department Supervisor with monitoring and improving the Department Quality Assurance Program including the evaluation of new testing equipment and or techniques.
- Responsible for comprehensive bronchoprovacation challenge testing procedures.
Must be credentialed by the NBRC as a Certified or Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist or certified as an Exercise Specialist or Exercise Physiologist by the American College of Sports Medicine, or credentialed by the NBRC as a Respiratory Care Practitioner with one year experience in pulmonary diagnostic testing; or equivalent with a demonstrated proficiency in all procedures offered by the Department. Must obtain CPFT credential within 2 years of hire. BLS certification required. ACLS certification must be obtained within one year. Must be able to interact with unstable patients and operate complex medical electronic equipment.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) OR Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Pay range
$20.57–$32.01 / hr
Set by education and experience. Shift differentials are paid on top.
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# Pulmonary Technologist II (Exercise Physiologist/Respiratory Therapist)
- Location: Pittsburgh, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Allied Health
- Shift: Day Job
- Business unit: ST Health Presbyterian
- Pay: $20.57–$32.01 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-03-19T12:30:44Z
## Description
***ST Health Presbyterian is seeking a Pulmonary Technologist II to join our team on a full-time basis in the Falk Medical Building!***
*This position is 40 hours a week, 8-hour daylight shifts, with no weekends or holidays required!*
…Shift and schedule
Shift
Day Job
Hours
Full-Time
Workplace
On-site
Where you’ll work
Pittsburgh, PA
A city of bridges, neighborhoods and world-class medicine. Affordable living, a booming health sector, and Pepper Health facilities across the metro — from our flagship Shadyside campus to a home-health network covering every borough.
- Pepper Health Shadyside
- Pepper Health Passavant
- Pepper Health Children's
- Pepper Health Rehab Services
- Pepper Health at Home
Benefits
Benefits from day one
Day-one health coverage
Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.
Tuition & certifications
Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.
Retirement with match
403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.
PTO & wellbeing days
Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.
Ladders & residencies
Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.
Family support
Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.
Stories
From people in this role

Allied health at Pepper is a career, not just a job. Certifications paid, cross-training encouraged, and a clear ladder from tech to lead.
Career progression
Where this role can lead
Assistant / Aide
Licensed Clinician
Senior Clinician — specialty
Lead / Clinic Coordinator
Rehab Services Manager
FAQ
Questions people ask about this role
About this roleCan I cross-train into other modalities?
Yes — cross-training is how most of our imaging and lab teams grow. Your manager builds it into your development plan.
About this roleDo you support continuing education?
Up to $5,250/yr in tuition support plus paid certification fees — many of our techs are in degree programs while working.
About this roleIs there a path from entry roles to clinical careers?
Our patient-care-support roles feed directly into nursing and allied pipelines, with tuition support and schedules that flex around school.
About this roleWhat does advancement look like?
Defined ladders — tech → senior → lead → supervisor — with transparent criteria and pay steps published for every level.
Application process
What happens after you apply
Apply
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Recruiter screen
A real person reviews every application and reaches out.
Interviews
Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.
Offer
Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.
Welcome
Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.
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