Per Diem Registered Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care

Page Mechanical Group, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 53,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Recognition and rewards for expertise

Health, disability, vacation, sick and

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition remission at Howard University

Job summary

Howard University Hospital is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for per diem coverage in Washington, DC. The role focuses on delivering diagnostic, therapeutic, and life-support respiratory care across inpatient and critical care units.

You will manage ventilators, assess patient responses, collaborate with physicians, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while supporting a mission-driven academic medical center.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Care from a CoARC/CAAHEP-accredited program.
• RRT credential from NBRC.
• Current DC Respiratory Care licensure.
• BLS or ACLS certification.
• Knowledge of oxygen therapy delivery and related equipment.
• Proficiency in airway management and mechanical ventilation.
• Ability to recognize respiratory distress and escalate as needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory care per physician orders and document therapy.
• Set up, monitor, and manage ventilators per policies.
• Evaluate patient response and adjust therapy as needed.
• Coordinate with physicians, nurses, and therapists to optimize patient care.
• Maintain equipment and perform safety checks on respiratory therapy devices.

Skills

Ventilator management

Patient assessment

Infection control

Safety compliance

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Education

CoARC/CAAHEP-accredited Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Care

RRT certification (NBRC)

Job description

Howard University Hospital is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for per diem coverage in Washington, DC. The role focuses on delivering diagnostic, therapeutic, and life-support respiratory care across inpatient and critical care units.

You will manage ventilators, assess patient responses, collaborate with physicians, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while supporting a mission-driven academic medical center.