RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (RRT) - Per Diem

UHS • Washington, DC

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About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist fulfills the needs of patients, families, and the community by performing routine and intensive therapy, diagnostic procedures, and patient assessments in accordance with licensure, certification, training, and regulatory requirements. The role maintains and stocks respiratory equipment and ensures ventilator and life-support equipment is operable. The position requires effective verbal and written communication, interpersonal skills, confidentiality, and the ability to identify and competently address the needs of the population served.

Requirements

• Graduation from an approved two-year respiratory therapist program.
• Licensed by the District of Columbia Health Regulation.
• Licensed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and certified by the NBRC, or licensed as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or RRT, with RRT registration to be obtained within one year.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Professionals required.
• ACLS and PALS required 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.
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and intensive respiratory therapy, diagnostic procedures, and patient assessments in accordance with licensure, certification, training, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and stock respiratory equipment.
• Ensure ventilator and life-support equipment is operable.
• Identify and competently address the needs of the population served.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and maintain confidentiality.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and generous paid time off.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Discounted stock plan.
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree