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Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem Days

MedStar Health

Washington DC, DC
1 day ago
$34.98 - $62.52

Job Description

Join MedStar Health as a Respiratory Therapist where you will provide critical respiratory care to patients, ensuring adherence to established standards and protocols. Your expertise will directly impact patient outcomes and departmental efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide respiratory care to all patient populations
  • Perform respiratory therapy treatments and services
  • Assess patient needs and document appropriately
  • Participate in cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • Facilitate workflow efficiency and recommend improvements

Required Qualifications

  • Associate's degree or higher from an AMA accredited program in respiratory care
  • 0-3 years of acute care experience
  • CRT - Certified Respiratory Therapist
  • Must maintain license to practice Respiratory Care in the District of Columbia
  • CPR certification within 90 Days

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in related healthcare field
  • RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
  • ACLS, NRP, PALS certifications

Benefits & Perks