Acute Care Respiratory Therapist - PRN (7a-7p/7p-7a)

MedStar Health; Fort Washington (MD); On-site; USD 51,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Fort Washington, MD seeks a PRN Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care across patient populations under physician orders. You will operate ventilators and diagnostic equipment, monitor patient responses, and participate in CPR when needed.

You should have an AMA-accredited respiratory care program degree, relevant licensure, and CRA/CPR certifications. This role requires flexibility for 7AM-7PM or 7PM-7AM shifts.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree (AAS) in respiratory care required.
• Bachelor's degree in related healthcare field preferred.
• 0-3 years of acute care experience required.
• Registry eligible required.
• CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist required.
• RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist preferred.
• Must have license to practice Respiratory Care in the District of Columbia.
• CPR for healthcare providers within 90 days required.
• ACLS, NRP, PALS and other certifications within a year where required.
• May require additional unit/specialty certifications.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to department goals and adheres to policies and safety standards.
• Assesses physical, psychosocial, spiritual and educational needs of the patient.
• Performs respiratory therapy treatments and manages equipment (oxygen, humidity, ventilators, bronchial hygiene, spirometry, EKG, blood gas).
• Uses therapeutic communication, problem solving and crisis intervention in patient care.
• Reviews electronic medical records and physician orders during shifts.
• Responds to CPR and maintains airway and ventilation as needed.
• Improves workflow and interdepartmental processes; supports policy compliance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

MedStar Health in Fort Washington, MD seeks a PRN Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care across patient populations under physician orders. You will operate ventilators and diagnostic equipment, monitor patient responses, and participate in CPR when needed.

You should have an AMA-accredited respiratory care program degree, relevant licensure, and CRA/CPR certifications. This role requires flexibility for 7AM-7PM or 7PM-7AM shifts.