RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (RRT) - Per Diem

The George Washington University Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and

401(K) with company match

Career development opportunities

SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

Job summary

The George Washington University Hospital in Washington, DC, seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide routine and intensive therapy, diagnostic procedures, and patient assessments in compliance with licensure and regulatory requirements.

The role maintains and stocks equipment, ensures ventilator and life-support devices are operable, and requires strong communication and teamwork to support diverse patient populations.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved two-year respiratory therapist program.
• Licensed by the District of Columbia Health Regulation as Respiratory Therapist.
• Licensed as an RRT; CRT licensed or eligible to become registered within a year.
• BLS Basic Life Support for Health Care Professionals required; ACLS and PALS within six months of hire.
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Fulfills the needs of patients, families and community by performing routine and intensive therapy, diagnostic procedures and patient assessments per licensure and regulatory requirements.
• Maintains and stocks respiratory equipment; ensures ventilator and life-support equipment are operable.
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication; maintains patient confidentiality.
• Exhibits strong interpersonal skills and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams.
• Identifies and competently addresses needs of diverse populations served.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Two-year respiratory therapist program

DC licensure as Respiratory Therapist or eligible

BLS certification

ACLS and PALS within six months

Job description

Responsibilities

THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL DESIGNATED A ‘BEST REGIONAL HOSPITAL’ BY U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT

Washington, D.C. – July 16, 2024 -- The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) continues to be a leader in providing the highest level of quality and compassionate healthcare for the D.C. Region. U.S. News & World Report has just released the 2024-2025 ratings and rankings, in which GW Hospital is recognized as a Best Regional Hospital. GW Hospital ranks 4th in the region, which includes hospitals in D.C. and parts of Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia.

GW Hospital achieved "high performing" status in six specialty areas: Neurology and Neurosurgery; Orthopedics; Pulmonology and Lung Surgery; Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Surgery; Urology; and Geriatrics, along with receiving “high performing” designations for the following eight common procedure and condition areas: Heart Failure; Heart Attack; Kidney Failure; Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Myeloma; Prostate Cancer Surgery; Stroke; Hip Fracture; and Diabetes. Measured by factors such as patient outcomes, "High Performing" is a designation U.S. News & World Report bestows to recognize performance in these specialties that is significantly better than the national average.

Additionally in 2024, GW Hospital received the American College of Cardiology’s National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR) Chest Pain – Myocardial Infarction (MI) Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award.

U.S. News and World Report named GW Hospital as a High Performing Hospital for Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) in 2024. This designation means that GW Hospital provides a high standard of care for patients with uncomplicated pregnancies. This designation is the highest award a hospital can earn for U.S. News' Best Hospitals for Maternity Care.

As an academic medical center, our multidisciplinary care teams are dedicated to outstanding clinical excellence, research, and education in order to achieve the best possible outcomes for our patients. This recognition by U.S. News & World Report, which places us within the top hospitals in the region, is a testament to the range of advanced services we offer and the expertise, specialized skills, and commitment of our entire care team. GW Hospital is dedicated to elevating healthcare in our community, across Washington, D.C. and the greater DMV area.

To be ranked as a Best Regional Hospital, a hospital or healthcare system has to outperform its peers in procedures and conditions that U.S. News & World Report evaluates, including risk-adjusted survival, patient experience, level of nursing care and successfully returning patients home following discharge. The annual Best Hospitals rankings and ratings assist patients and their doctors in making informed healthcare decisions.

Website: www.gwuhospital.com

Job Summary

• Fulfills the needs of the patients, families and community by performing a variety of routine and intensive therapy, diagnostic procedures and patient assessments in accordance with his/her licensure, certification, training, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintains and stocks respiratory equipment. Ensures ventilator and life support equipment are operable.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Must be able to identify and competently address needs of population served

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved two-year respiratory therapist program
• Licensed by the District of Columbia Health Regulation
• Licensed as an RRT Registered Respiratory Therapist and certified by NBRC.
• Licensed as a CRT Certified Respiratory Therapist or RRT (to become registered within a year)
• BLS Basic Life Support for Health Care Professionals required
• ACLS and PALS within six months of hire
• Excellent critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
• Strong organizational and attention to detail.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.