Pediatric Respiratory Therapist—Sign-On Bonus

Children's National Medical Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 48,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Life insurance & disability

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Children's National Hospital is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist I to provide acute respiratory care, assessments, and treatments in a pediatric hospital setting.

You will administer prescribed therapies, monitor patient responses, and maintain equipment while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team across units including NICU, PICU and ED. A relevant Associate’s degree and required licenses are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited program.
• Current DC licensure as CRT with RCP license.
• BLS and PALS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory assessments and identify changes in patients’ status.
• Deliver prescribed respiratory therapies including oxygen and medications.
• Monitor patient response during and after procedures.
• Maintain and troubleshoot respiratory care equipment.
• Document care according to policies and standards.
• Collaborate with nurses and physicians on patient needs.
• Educate patients and families on treatments and equipment.
• Participate in quality and safety initiatives.

Skills

Respiratory care

Patient assessment

Ventilation support

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy

Tools

CRT license DC

DC DOH RCP license

BLS

PALS

Job description

Children's National Hospital is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist I to provide acute respiratory care, assessments, and treatments in a pediatric hospital setting.

You will administer prescribed therapies, monitor patient responses, and maintain equipment while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team across units including NICU, PICU and ED. A relevant Associate’s degree and required licenses are essential for this role.