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Pulmonary Function Technologist jobs with green card sponsorship are available through EB-2 and EB-3 PERM labor certification, where employers file on your behalf for permanent residency. Roles in hospital pulmonary labs and outpatient respiratory clinics regularly sponsor credentialed candidates, including those holding CPFT or RPFT certification.
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As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
The Pulmonary Function Technologist sets up and runs respiratory tests on patients to check for lung diseases or disorders. Duties include conducting various types of patient tests and collaborating with other medical staff to assist in the diagnosis and/or monitoring of possible lung disease. Responsibilities also include explaining tests to patients, maintaining the testing equipment, cleaning and sterilizing equipment, and ordering supplies. Procedures can be completed at hospitals, clinics, and other health care facilities. This position is responsible for providing direct patient care.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Evaluates patient hemodynamic, electrocardiographic, and symptomatic response to exercise, and assesses appropriateness of responses as they relate to exercise intensity and endurance.
- Follow precautions to ensure patient safety.
- Meets and complies with departmental standards regarding the use of all department supplies and equipment.
- Completes billing records within departmental standards.
- Consults with physicians and health care team in order to recommend appropriate testing procedures to provide results that will assist the physician with the treatment of the patient’s respiratory disease/diagnosis.
- Identifies impending changes in patient’s condition and takes appropriate action.
- Utilizes information generated from both computerized and paper systems that support functions such as medical records and pulmonary databases.
- Participates in quality assurance / quality improvement activities.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Thorough understanding and ability to apply all equipment used in pulmonary function testing and cardiac monitoring. This includes, but is not limited to, the following: spirometry/flow volume loops, gas dilution lung volumes, CO diffusing capacity, plethysmographic lung volumes, arterial blood gas acquisition and analysis, maximum voluntary ventilation, 6 minute walk test, pulse oximetry, cardio-pulmonary exercise tests, methacholine challenge and any appropriate equipment used to diagnosis pulmonary diseases.
- Strong working knowledge of infectious disease, cross contamination, and pathophysiology.
- Ability to function with ease in both hospital and outpatient clinic settings through periodic rotation of personnel.
- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Ability to interpret basic ECG rhythm.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communications skills.
- Possesses knowledge of pulmonary anatomy and physiology.
- Knowledge of equipment and techniques used in respiratory/pulmonary care for age specific populations.
- Aptitude to be trained and the knowledge to operate all equipment used in pulmonary function testing, as well as equipment that may be used as a cardiac technician.
- Competency in the ability to analyze and interpret measured data and communicate the results to the physician and health care team members.
- Competency in applying the American Thoracic Society testing guideline/protocol for each test modality.
Qualifications
Required
- Associates degree in Exercise and Sports Science, Biological Science, Respiratory Therapy, a related field, or the equivalency.
Licenses Required
- Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
- Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Qualifications (Preferred)
Preferred
- ACLS may be required by some departments.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
This position involves intermediate working conditions in a healthcare setting that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving patients or objects, such as medical equipment, while providing patient care. Workers in this position may be exposed to infectious diseases and may be required to function around prisoners or behavioral health patients.
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Non Indicated, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu
EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at eoe.utah.edu/
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number 86867
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8am to 5:30pm
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status Clinical
Location Name Farmington Health Center
Workplace Set Up On-site
City Farmington
State UT
Department UCC OPC 80F FMHC Pulmonary
Category Therapy/Rehabilitation
Workplace Set Up On-site
Overview
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
The Pulmonary Function Technologist sets up and runs respiratory tests on patients to check for lung diseases or disorders. Duties include conducting various types of patient tests and collaborating with other medical staff to assist in the diagnosis and/or monitoring of possible lung disease. Responsibilities also include explaining tests to patients, maintaining the testing equipment, cleaning and sterilizing equipment, and ordering supplies. Procedures can be completed at hospitals, clinics, and other health care facilities. This position is responsible for providing direct patient care.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Evaluates patient hemodynamic, electrocardiographic, and symptomatic response to exercise, and assesses appropriateness of responses as they relate to exercise intensity and endurance.
- Follow precautions to ensure patient safety.
- Meets and complies with departmental standards regarding the use of all department supplies and equipment.
- Completes billing records within departmental standards.
- Consults with physicians and health care team in order to recommend appropriate testing procedures to provide results that will assist the physician with the treatment of the patient’s respiratory disease/diagnosis.
- Identifies impending changes in patient’s condition and takes appropriate action.
- Utilizes information generated from both computerized and paper systems that support functions such as medical records and pulmonary databases.
- Participates in quality assurance / quality improvement activities.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Thorough understanding and ability to apply all equipment used in pulmonary function testing and cardiac monitoring. This includes, but is not limited to, the following: spirometry/flow volume loops, gas dilution lung volumes, CO diffusing capacity, plethysmographic lung volumes, arterial blood gas acquisition and analysis, maximum voluntary ventilation, 6 minute walk test, pulse oximetry, cardio-pulmonary exercise tests, methacholine challenge and any appropriate equipment used to diagnosis pulmonary diseases.
- Strong working knowledge of infectious disease, cross contamination, and pathophysiology.
- Ability to function with ease in both hospital and outpatient clinic settings through periodic rotation of personnel.
- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Ability to interpret basic ECG rhythm.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communications skills.
- Possesses knowledge of pulmonary anatomy and physiology.
- Knowledge of equipment and techniques used in respiratory/pulmonary care for age specific populations.
- Aptitude to be trained and the knowledge to operate all equipment used in pulmonary function testing, as well as equipment that may be used as a cardiac technician.
- Competency in the ability to analyze and interpret measured data and communicate the results to the physician and health care team members.
- Competency in applying the American Thoracic Society testing guideline/protocol for each test modality.
Qualifications
Required
- Associates degree in Exercise and Sports Science, Biological Science, Respiratory Therapy, a related field, or the equivalency.
Licenses Required
- Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
- Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Qualifications (Preferred)
Preferred
- ACLS may be required by some departments.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
This position involves intermediate working conditions in a healthcare setting that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving patients or objects, such as medical equipment, while providing patient care. Workers in this position may be exposed to infectious diseases and may be required to function around prisoners or behavioral health patients.
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Non Indicated, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu
EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at eoe.utah.edu/
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number 86867
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8am to 5:30pm
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status Clinical
Location Name Farmington Health Center
Workplace Set Up On-site
City Farmington
State UT
Department UCC OPC 80F FMHC Pulmonary
Category Therapy/Rehabilitation
Workplace Set Up On-site
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Pulmonary Function Technologist
Verify your credentials translate for PERM
PERM requires your foreign respiratory therapy or pulmonary function degree to meet the U.S. specialty occupation standard. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator before applying so employers can file without delays.
Target hospital systems with pulmonary labs
Large academic medical centers and VA hospital networks run dedicated pulmonary function labs and have established PERM filing infrastructure. These employers are far more likely to sponsor than outpatient clinics without in-house HR immigration support.
Ask about EB-2 versus EB-3 early in interviews
If you hold a bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy or a related science, you may qualify under EB-2 rather than EB-3, shortening your wait significantly for most countries. Clarify which category the employer intends to file before accepting an offer.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Searching for employers who have active PERM or I-140 filing history in pulmonary or respiratory roles saves weeks of manual research. Migrate Mate surfaces this data so you can focus outreach on employers already set up to sponsor.
Understand the prevailing wage before negotiating
DOL sets your minimum salary through the PERM prevailing wage determination, which is based on your job duties, not your title. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check your local wage level before discussing compensation so you can negotiate above the floor.
Prepare for the PERM recruitment documentation window
Your employer must run a mandatory recruitment period and document that no qualified U.S. workers were available before DOL certifies the PERM application. Expect this stage to take three to six months, and don't resign your current role until PERM is filed.
Green Card Pulmonary Function Technologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Pulmonary Function Technologist qualify for an EB-2 green card instead of EB-3?
Yes, if your position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as respiratory therapy, cardiopulmonary science, or a related discipline, the employer can file under EB-2. EB-2 can mean shorter priority date waits for some nationalities compared to EB-3 skilled worker. Discuss the job requirements and your credentials with the employer's immigration counsel before the I-140 is filed.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
PERM sponsorship leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status, and it has no annual lottery or cap at the EB-3 level for most countries. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status together often take two or more years. H-1B visa approval is faster but temporary, subject to the annual lottery, and must be renewed. Many Pulmonary Function Technologists pursue both, using H-1B status while the green card processes.
What certifications strengthen a Pulmonary Function Technologist's PERM application?
Holding the Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist credential from the NBRC signals to both employers and DOL that you meet U.S. specialty occupation standards. The Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist credential carries even more weight for EB-2 filings. Employers are more willing to initiate PERM for candidates who arrive credentialed, because it reduces their exposure during the prevailing wage and recruitment documentation stages.
How do I find Pulmonary Function Technologist jobs where the employer is already set up to sponsor a green card?
The most efficient approach is filtering for employers with documented PERM or I-140 filing history in respiratory or pulmonary roles. Migrate Mate lets you search for sponsoring employers by role and location, surfacing hospital systems and medical groups that have already cleared the PERM process for similar positions, which cuts down on cold outreach to employers who don't sponsor.
What happens to my green card application if I change employers mid-process?
If your I-140 has been approved for at least 180 days and your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days, you may be eligible to port to a new employer under AC21 rules, provided the new role is in the same or similar occupational classification. Pulmonary function roles at different facilities generally qualify. Changing employers before those thresholds are met typically requires restarting the PERM process with the new employer.