Per Diem RRT: Tuition Remission & Competitive Hourly Pay

Page Mechanical Group, Inc.; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Recognition and rewards for expertise

Competitive benefit plans (health, etc

Tuition remission at Howard University

Mission-driven environment

Job summary

Howard University Hospital is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) on a per diem basis in Washington, DC. You will provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and life-support respiratory care across inpatient and critical care areas, including ventilator management, patient assessment, and collaboration with the healthcare team.

The role emphasizes safety, evidence-based practice, and adherence to Joint Commission standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from CoARC/CAAHEP-accredited program required.
• RRT certification by NBRC required.
• Current, active DC Respiratory Care licensure required.
• BLS or ACLS certification through the American Heart Association preferred.
• Proficiency in oxygen therapy delivery and related equipment.
• Experience with mechanical ventilation and diagnostic respiratory procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory care per physician orders and guidelines; document therapy.
• Set up and manage ventilators; monitor patient response.
• Perform prescribed therapeutic procedures to optimize oxygenation and ventilation.
• Monitor patient data and modify care plan as needed.
• Ensure safety and infection control in care delivery.
• Coordinate with physicians and the care team for discharge planning.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Ventilator management

Infection control

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Safety adherence

Education

Associate’s Degree (CoARC/CAAHEP accredited)

NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

DC Respiratory Care licensure

BLS or ACLS certification (AHA)

Job description

Howard University Hospital is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) on a per diem basis in Washington, DC. You will provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and life-support respiratory care across inpatient and critical care areas, including ventilator management, patient assessment, and collaboration with the healthcare team.

The role emphasizes safety, evidence-based practice, and adherence to Joint Commission standards.