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Clive Behavioral

RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (RRT) - PRN NEW RATES!

Clive Behavioral, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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Position Overview The George Washington University Hospital Respiratory Care Department provides cutting-edge clinical care to various critically ill patients. Here are some of the highlights of the therapies we deliver:

Ventilator management

Utilization of an ARDS protocol

Advanced vent modes (APRV, ASV, NAVA)

Inhaled Nitric Oxide Administration

Airway Clearance Therapies (utilizing an Airway Clearance Protocol)

Airway Management

Non-Invasive Ventilation

Oxygen Therapy

Emergency Response Teams

Emergency Department Care

Level I Trauma Center

Post-Surgical Ventilator Weaning and Care

Inclusion of open heart surgery, liver transplant

Indirect Calorimetry

Bedside Pulmonary Function Tests

Inpatient Sleep studies

Point of Care testing

ICU Mobilization

Multidisciplinary approach to tracheostomy management and speaking valves

Clinical rotations for local and international respiratory therapy schools (starting soon)

Annual respiratory education for nursing and physicians

Departmental continuing education lectures

Professional development opportunities

Teamwork

Interdisciplinary Care

Advances in Academic Medicine

Cardiovascular Surgical Unit

Level III NICU

Two medical ICUs

Trauma/Neuro ICU

Pulmonary Care Unit (4 bed)

General floors

Responsibilities

Fulfills the needs of patients, families and community by performing a variety of routine and intensive therapy, diagnostic procedures and patient assessments in accordance with 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.

Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities.

Basic computer skills and customer service skills required.

Must be able to identify and competently address needs of the population served.

A minimum of 0 to 1 year full-time experience as a Certified Respiratory Therapist in an acute care setting.

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).

Registered Respiratory Therapist approved by NBRC.

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.

Benefits

Challenging and rewarding work environment.

Competitive compensation and 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

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.

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