H-1B Visa Pulmonary Function Technologist Jobs
Pulmonary Function Technologist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in a related clinical or respiratory science field. Employers filing an H-1B petition must first obtain a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL, confirming the offered wage meets the prevailing wage for your SOC code and worksite location.
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Fairview has a Casual Pulmonary Function Specialist opening at M Health Fairview Clinics & Surgery Center. Shifts are on weekdays, 7:30am-4:00pm, or 8:00am-4:30pm. This role does not require weekends or holidays.
The Pulmonary Function Specialist is responsible for providing diagnostic and therapeutic services as prescribed by a physician. The Pulmonary Function Specialist (PFS) has responsibility for performing routine and advanced pulmonary function testing and acting as a resource for these procedures in the Pulmonary Function Laboratory. This position will also be responsible for monitoring workflow and/or may coordinate the daily operation of the Pulmonary Function Laboratory. This position requires excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Laboratory standards associated with safety are constantly followed.
Responsibilities
- Assess data and patient needs and identifies expected outcomes.
- Obtain patient vials including but not limited to (BP, heart rate, respiratory rate).
- Analyzes and responds to identify needs and potential risks.
- Involves the patient, family, and other health care team members in gathering data.
- Identifies outcomes that are age appropriate, culturally appropriate, realistic, and attainable.
- Validates outcomes with patient, family, and other health team members.
- Documents data and identified outcomes.
- Performs all PFT Testing.
- Performs all PFT testing including Flow Volume Loop, Lung Volume (Plethysmograph), Diffusion Capacity (Single Breath), Bronchodilator Response, Methacholine Challenge, and Exercise Challenge.
- Responds appropriately to emergency situations.
- Appraises the validity of test orders and results.
- Follows established practice and determines and suggests the need for further PFT testing to physicians.
- Follows ATS Guidelines for Pulmonary Function Tests. Evaluates the validity of testing based on calibration and patient efforts.
- Verifies equipment is in proper working condition.
Equipment Maintenance
- Daily calibration of plethysmograph and metabolic cart.
- Assess calibration to ensure accurate patient testing.
- Perform troubleshooting repairs of both software and hardware problems.
- Contact factory service personnel to perform equipment troubleshooting over the phone.
- Contact bio-medical engineering to coordinate equipment repairs.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Have least 62 semester hours in college, including college credit level courses in biology and mathematics.
- CPFT or RPFT/National Board for Respiratory Care within 1 Year.
- Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross) within 30 Days.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- A.A./A.S. in Respiratory Care from a JRCRTE accredited program.
- 1 year experience performing pulmonary function testing in a healthcare environment.
- Respiratory Care License/State of MN.
COMPENSATION
- $35.58- $50.24 Hourly.
INTRODUCTION
Fairview has a Casual Pulmonary Function Specialist opening at M Health Fairview Clinics & Surgery Center. Shifts are on weekdays, 7:30am-4:00pm, or 8:00am-4:30pm. This role does not require weekends or holidays.
The Pulmonary Function Specialist is responsible for providing diagnostic and therapeutic services as prescribed by a physician. The Pulmonary Function Specialist (PFS) has responsibility for performing routine and advanced pulmonary function testing and acting as a resource for these procedures in the Pulmonary Function Laboratory. This position will also be responsible for monitoring workflow and/or may coordinate the daily operation of the Pulmonary Function Laboratory. This position requires excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Laboratory standards associated with safety are constantly followed.
Responsibilities
- Assess data and patient needs and identifies expected outcomes.
- Obtain patient vials including but not limited to (BP, heart rate, respiratory rate).
- Analyzes and responds to identify needs and potential risks.
- Involves the patient, family, and other health care team members in gathering data.
- Identifies outcomes that are age appropriate, culturally appropriate, realistic, and attainable.
- Validates outcomes with patient, family, and other health team members.
- Documents data and identified outcomes.
- Performs all PFT Testing.
- Performs all PFT testing including Flow Volume Loop, Lung Volume (Plethysmograph), Diffusion Capacity (Single Breath), Bronchodilator Response, Methacholine Challenge, and Exercise Challenge.
- Responds appropriately to emergency situations.
- Appraises the validity of test orders and results.
- Follows established practice and determines and suggests the need for further PFT testing to physicians.
- Follows ATS Guidelines for Pulmonary Function Tests. Evaluates the validity of testing based on calibration and patient efforts.
- Verifies equipment is in proper working condition.
Equipment Maintenance
- Daily calibration of plethysmograph and metabolic cart.
- Assess calibration to ensure accurate patient testing.
- Perform troubleshooting repairs of both software and hardware problems.
- Contact factory service personnel to perform equipment troubleshooting over the phone.
- Contact bio-medical engineering to coordinate equipment repairs.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Have least 62 semester hours in college, including college credit level courses in biology and mathematics.
- CPFT or RPFT/National Board for Respiratory Care within 1 Year.
- Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross) within 30 Days.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- A.A./A.S. in Respiratory Care from a JRCRTE accredited program.
- 1 year experience performing pulmonary function testing in a healthcare environment.
- Respiratory Care License/State of MN.
COMPENSATION
- $35.58- $50.24 Hourly.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Pulmonary Function Technologist
Verify your credentials meet specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree to directly relate to pulmonary function testing. A respiratory therapy or clinical physiology degree typically satisfies this, but a general biology degree may trigger an RFE. Gather transcripts that show relevant coursework before applying.
Target hospital systems with LCA filing history
Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm which health systems have filed Labor Condition Applications under the Respiratory Therapist or Pulmonary Function Technologist SOC codes. Those employers already understand H-1B sponsorship requirements for your occupation.
Search verified sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter by occupation on Migrate Mate to find employers with confirmed H-1B filing history for pulmonary and respiratory roles. This saves time by surfacing only sponsors with a documented track record in your clinical specialty.
Clarify your CPFT credential during employer screening
Your Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist credential from the NBRC strengthens the specialty occupation argument. Raise it early in interviews so hiring teams understand it supports, not replaces, the degree requirement USCIS evaluates.
Negotiate H-1B filing before your start date
H-1B cap-subject petitions have an October 1 effective date, so your offer letter needs to account for that gap. Confirm your employer will file in the April lottery window and whether they'll cover premium processing to avoid months of uncertainty.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier before signing
Your employer's LCA must certify at least the DOL prevailing wage for your worksite zip code. Cross-check the wage level they're offering against the OFLC Wage Search using your SOC code to catch tier mismatches before you're too far into the process.
H-1B Visa Pulmonary Function Technologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Pulmonary Function Technologist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the employer can demonstrate the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as respiratory therapy, clinical physiology, or a related health science. Roles that accept any degree or substitute extensive experience for a degree can face USCIS scrutiny. Your offer letter and job description should specify the required degree field explicitly.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Pulmonary Function Technologist positions?
Large hospital networks, academic medical centers, and pulmonary diagnostic labs are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this role. You can identify them by searching Migrate Mate, which filters employers by H-1B filing history for respiratory and pulmonary occupations, so you're only reviewing employers with a documented sponsorship track record in your clinical specialty.
Does my CPFT or RPFT credential affect my H-1B petition?
Your NBRC credential strengthens the specialty occupation argument by demonstrating advanced clinical competency, but USCIS evaluates degree requirements, not certifications alone. The credential supports your petition without replacing the degree analysis. Include your CPFT or RPFT certificate in your filing package alongside official transcripts showing relevant coursework in respiratory or pulmonary science.
What SOC code should my employer use on the Labor Condition Application?
Most employers file under SOC 29-1126 (Respiratory Therapists) or 29-9000-series health technologist codes, depending on how the role is classified internally. The SOC code determines the prevailing wage level on the LCA, so confirm with your employer which code they plan to use and verify the corresponding wage tier using the OFLC Wage Search before your offer is finalized.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new pulmonary lab or hospital?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new H-1B transfer petition, without waiting for USCIS approval, as long as you're in valid H-1B status and the new role also qualifies as a specialty occupation. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA certified to the new worksite location before submitting the transfer petition.