The George Washington University Hospital
RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (RRT) - PRN NEW RATES!
The George Washington University Hospital, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL DESIGNATED A ‘BEST REGIONAL HOSPITAL’ BY U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT
RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (RRT) – Part Time – New Rates Location: Washington, DC. Salary range: $69,659.20 – $116,084.80 (est.)
Overview The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) is recognized as a
Best Regional Hospital
and a
High Performing Hospital for Maternity Care
by U.S. News & World Report. GW Hospital ranks 4th in the region and has received “high performing” status in six specialty areas and eight common procedure and condition areas. It has also earned the American College of Cardiology’s National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR) Chest Pain – Myocardial Infarction Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award.
GW Hospital is an academic medical center dedicated to clinical excellence, research, and education, offering advanced services across Washington, D.C. and the DMV area. The Respiratory Care Department provides cutting‑edge clinical care to critically ill patients.
Highlights of Therapies We Deliver
Ventilator management, including ARDS protocol
Advanced ventilator modes (APRV, ASV, NAVA)
Inhaled Nitric Oxide administration
Airway clearance therapies (Airway Clearance Protocol)
Airway management, non‑invasive ventilation
Oxygen therapy
Emergency response teams, emergency department care
Level I trauma center support
Post‑surgical ventilator weaning and care (open heart surgery, liver transplant)
Indirect calorimetry, bedside PFTs, inpatient sleep studies
Point of care testing, ICU mobilization
Multidisciplinary tracheostomy management and speaking valves
Education – clinical rotations for local and international respiratory therapy schools, 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
Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities
Provide routine and intensive therapy, diagnostic procedures, and patient assessments per licensure, certification, training, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain and stock respiratory equipment; ensure ventilator and life support equipment are operable.
Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Demonstrate interpersonal skills, confidentiality, and adaptability to changing priorities.
Basic computer skills and customer service skills are required.
Identify and address needs of the population served.
Minimum of 0–1 year full‑time experience as a Certified Respiratory Therapist in an acute care setting.
Benefit Highlights
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 available at benefits.uhsguest.com
About Universal Health Services Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. UHS operates acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities, ambulatory care access points, insurance offerings, a physician network, and related services across the U.S., Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. Learn more at www.uhs.com
Qualifications
Graduation from an approved two‑year respiratory therapist program
Licensed by the District of Columbia Health Regulation
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) licensed and certified by NBRC
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) licensed or RRT (eligible for registration within one 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, high‑pressure environment
Strong organizational skills 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. We are openly supportive of 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.
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job‑related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report it to appropriate law enforcement and verify job opportunities on the legitimate UHS career websites.
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Industries Hospitals and Health Care and Mental Health Care
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THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL DESIGNATED A ‘BEST REGIONAL HOSPITAL’ BY U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT
RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (RRT) – Part Time – New Rates Location: Washington, DC. Salary range: $69,659.20 – $116,084.80 (est.)
Overview The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) is recognized as a
Best Regional Hospital
and a
High Performing Hospital for Maternity Care
by U.S. News & World Report. GW Hospital ranks 4th in the region and has received “high performing” status in six specialty areas and eight common procedure and condition areas. It has also earned the American College of Cardiology’s National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR) Chest Pain – Myocardial Infarction Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award.
GW Hospital is an academic medical center dedicated to clinical excellence, research, and education, offering advanced services across Washington, D.C. and the DMV area. The Respiratory Care Department provides cutting‑edge clinical care to critically ill patients.
Highlights of Therapies We Deliver
Ventilator management, including ARDS protocol
Advanced ventilator modes (APRV, ASV, NAVA)
Inhaled Nitric Oxide administration
Airway clearance therapies (Airway Clearance Protocol)
Airway management, non‑invasive ventilation
Oxygen therapy
Emergency response teams, emergency department care
Level I trauma center support
Post‑surgical ventilator weaning and care (open heart surgery, liver transplant)
Indirect calorimetry, bedside PFTs, inpatient sleep studies
Point of care testing, ICU mobilization
Multidisciplinary tracheostomy management and speaking valves
Education – clinical rotations for local and international respiratory therapy schools, 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
Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities
Provide routine and intensive therapy, diagnostic procedures, and patient assessments per licensure, certification, training, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain and stock respiratory equipment; ensure ventilator and life support equipment are operable.
Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Demonstrate interpersonal skills, confidentiality, and adaptability to changing priorities.
Basic computer skills and customer service skills are required.
Identify and address needs of the population served.
Minimum of 0–1 year full‑time experience as a Certified Respiratory Therapist in an acute care setting.
Benefit Highlights
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 available at benefits.uhsguest.com
About Universal Health Services Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. UHS operates acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities, ambulatory care access points, insurance offerings, a physician network, and related services across the U.S., Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. Learn more at www.uhs.com
Qualifications
Graduation from an approved two‑year respiratory therapist program
Licensed by the District of Columbia Health Regulation
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) licensed and certified by NBRC
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) licensed or RRT (eligible for registration within one 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, high‑pressure environment
Strong organizational skills 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. We are openly supportive of 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.
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job‑related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report it to appropriate law enforcement and verify job opportunities on the legitimate UHS career websites.
© Universal Health Services, Inc.
Industries Hospitals and Health Care and Mental Health Care
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The George Washington University Hospital by 2x
Get notified about new Respiratory Therapist jobs in Washington, DC.
#J-18808-Ljbffr