Respiratory Therapist - NICU/PICU
Washington, DC
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Hospital Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Pediatrics in Washington, DC (20010). Seeking RRTs with pediatric/NICU/PICU experience to join a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center at a leading teaching and Magnet hospital. Great opportunity for respiratory therapists, travel respiratory therapists, and pediatric RRTs looking for clinical growth in Washington, DC healthcare jobs.

Job Details

• Position: Hospital Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Pediatrics (NICU/PICU preferred)
• Location: Washington, DC 20010 — Located in a vibrant city known for its rich history, iconic landmarks, and diverse neighborhoods. Enjoy the cultural attractions, museums, and lively community that make Washington, DC an exciting place to live and work. DC respiratory therapist jobs / Washington DC hospitals
• Setting: Level I Pediatric Trauma Center; Teaching & Magnet Hospital
• Contract Length: 13 weeks (option to extend up to 26 weeks) — travel respiratory therapist / contract role
• Start Date: April 13, 2026
• Shifts: 12-hour days (07:00 – 19:30), 3 or 4 shifts per week
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours/week (up to 48 hours available)
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,650 – $1,770
• Charting / EHR: Cerner (experience with Cerner preferred)
• Dress: Any solid color scrubs (child-friendly; no logos)
• Parking: Offsite parking required for day shifts ($35–$50/month)

Qualifications & Job Requirements

• Active DC RRT license required (active or pending at time of submission; must be active by start date)
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
• BLS and PALS certifications required prior to start
• Minimum 1 year recent pediatric RRT experience required; 2+ years strongly preferred (NICU/PICU experience preferred)
• Ability to float within scope to NICU, PICU, and CICU as needed
• Travel experience preferred, especially for first-time travel respiratory therapists
• COVID-19 vaccine and booster required (no exemptions)
• References available upon request

Key Responsibilities — Pediatric Respiratory Care

• Provide high-quality respiratory care to neonates, infants, children, adolescents, and adults in a fast-paced, acute pediatric environment
• Perform advanced respiratory procedures: aerosol therapy, airway management, mechanical ventilation, high-frequency oscillation, and specialty pediatric interventions
• Interpret arterial blood gases and lead ventilator weaning protocols for pediatric patients
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (physicians, nurses, RT team) to deliver comprehensive respiratory and critical care
• Float between critical care units (NICU, PICU, CICU) as patient care needs require
• Document respiratory assessments, treatments, and progress notes in Cerner EHR accurately and timely
• Complete mandatory orientation and training modules prior to start and maintain compliance with hospital policies

Benefits & Highlights

• Work at a nationally recognized Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and Magnet teaching hospital
• Competitive weekly pay and guaranteed hours with potential for overtime
• Valuable pediatric/NICU/PICU experience for career development
• Exposure to Cerner EHR and advanced respiratory technologies

Interested in this Washington, DC respiratory therapist position? Apply now to join our healthcare team and advance your pediatric respiratory care career. Submit your resume, licenses, certifications, and references today — immediate consideration for qualified candidates.

Join our team — Apply now and bring your pediatric respiratory expertise to a leading DC hospital!

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