Certified Respiratory Therapist - Level I

Children's National Hospital

3d • $35 - $70 • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, according to departmental and hospital standards, the Certified Respiratory Therapist I (CRT I), is responsible for administering acute and emergency department-levels of Respiratory Care to treat patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunction and/or disabilities. The CRT I performs respiratory assessments, delivers prescribed therapies, monitors patient response, maintains respiratory equipment, and documents care in accordance with organizational policies and professional standards.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy from an accredited program (Required)
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) in the District of Columbia (Required)
• RCP license from District of Columbia DOH Health Regulation & Licensing Administration (Required)
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) (Required)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (Required)

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in respiratory care (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory assessments and identifies changes in patients’ respiratory status, escalating concerns appropriately.
• Provides prescribed respiratory treatments and therapies, including oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, airway clearance, and other routine respiratory interventions.
• Monitors patients before, during, and after respiratory procedures and evaluates response to therapy.
• Performs routine respiratory care procedures in accordance with established protocols, policies, and standards of practice.
• Assists with airway management and emergency respiratory interventions within established competency and scope of practice.
• Performs diagnostic procedures such as pulse oximetry, blood gas sampling, and other respiratory testing as assigned.
• Operates, troubleshoots, cleans, and maintains respiratory care equipment.
• Collaborates with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals regarding patient respiratory needs.
• Documents assessments, interventions, patient response, and other required information accurately and timely.
• Provides patient and family education regarding respiratory treatments, equipment, medications, and disease management.
• Participates in department quality, safety, education, and performance-improvement activities.
• Develops clinical knowledge and skills through orientation, competency validation, continuing education, and experience.
• Seeks guidance from more experienced respiratory therapists or other clinical team members when patient needs exceed current knowledge or competency.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation accrual from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.
• Financial wellness support, including a 401(k) plan and healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.
• Additional perks, including tuition assistance, fitness resources, employee assistance, commuter benefits, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree