UHS Physician Careers
RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (RRT) - PRN NEW RATES!
UHS Physician Careers, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (RRT) - PRN NEW RATES
Location: Washington, DC
Employment type: PRN
Hourly rate: USD $50.00/Hr.
About the Hospital 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.
About the Department The George Washington University Hospital Respiratory Care Department Provides Cutting-edge Clinical Care To Various Critically Ill Patients. Here Are Some Of The Therapies We Deliver
Ventilator management
Including the 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
Including open heart surgery, Liver transplant
Indirect Calorimetry
Bedside PFTs
Inpatient Sleep studies
Point of Care testing
ICU Mobilization
Multidisciplinary approach to tracheostomy management and speaking valves
The department also engages in diverse education pathways.
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 ICU
Trauma/ Neuro ICU
Pulmonary Care Unit 4 bed
General floors
Responsibilities
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.
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 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 and 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 & 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.
Pay Transparency To encourage pay transparency, promote pay equity, and proactively address regulations, UHS and all its subsidiaries will comply with all applicable state or local laws or regulations which require employers to provide wage or salary range information to job applicants and employees. Salary offers may be based on key factors such as education and related experience.
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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Employment type: PRN
Hourly rate: USD $50.00/Hr.
About the Hospital 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.
About the Department The George Washington University Hospital Respiratory Care Department Provides Cutting-edge Clinical Care To Various Critically Ill Patients. Here Are Some Of The Therapies We Deliver
Ventilator management
Including the 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
Including open heart surgery, Liver transplant
Indirect Calorimetry
Bedside PFTs
Inpatient Sleep studies
Point of Care testing
ICU Mobilization
Multidisciplinary approach to tracheostomy management and speaking valves
The department also engages in diverse education pathways.
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 ICU
Trauma/ Neuro ICU
Pulmonary Care Unit 4 bed
General floors
Responsibilities
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.
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 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 and 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 & 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.
Pay Transparency To encourage pay transparency, promote pay equity, and proactively address regulations, UHS and all its subsidiaries will comply with all applicable state or local laws or regulations which require employers to provide wage or salary range information to job applicants and employees. Salary offers may be based on key factors such as education and related experience.
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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