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LEAD RESPIRATORY THERAPIST

Universal Health Services, Inc.Washington, DC, United States
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The George Washington University Hospital (GWU Hospital) is a 385-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in downtown Washington, DC next to the Foggy Bottom metro. GWU Hospital serves a diverse group of patients- from residents to our nation's leaders. As an academic medical center, GWU Hospital has the resources and clinical expertise necessary to provide specialized, complex care. This expertise includes cardiac, cancer, neurosciences, women's health, trauma, and advanced surgery including robotic and minimally invasive surgery. https : / / www.gwhospital.com

GWU Hospital is jointly owned and operated by George Washington University and a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS). The GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS), adjacent to the hospital, is the 11th oldest medical center in the country and the 1st in the nation's capital.

The mission of GWU Hospital is to provide the highest quality of healthcare, advanced medical technology, and world class service to its patients in an academic medical center dedicated to education and research.

GW Hospital is a 385-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in downtown Washington, DC. Featuring a Level 1 Trauma Center and a Level 3 NICU offers clinical expertise in a variety of areas including cardiac, cancer, neurosciences, women's health, and advanced surgery including robotic and minimally invasive surgery. GW Hospital is owned and operated by Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), a King of Prussia, PA-based company that is one of the nation's largest healthcare management companies. Primary care and specialty outpatient care are available through the Medical Faculty Associates, a multi-specialty physician practice group of more than 750 physicians covering 51 specialty and subspecialty areas. The Medical Faculty Associates' doctors have offices in the Ambulatory Care Center, an outpatient clinic building located one block from the hospital.

Lead Respiratory Therapist

Allied Health at GW Hospital

Respiratory Therapist at GWUH are essential partners with providers, nursing, and support staff in an academic medical center. Most of our resources are deployed to the hospital's six intensive care units, where our respiratory care practitioners (RCPs) are integral critical care team members. Our RCPs seek opportunities to enhance patient care through unit and system-based quality initiatives, evidence-based research and practice, and interdisciplinary care.

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Teamwork
  • Interdisciplinary Care
  • Advances in Academic Medicine

The Respiratory Care Department consists of :

  • Level 1 Trauma Center
  • Cardiovascular Surgical Unit
  • Level III NICU
  • Two medical ICU
  • Trauma / Neuro ICU
  • Pulmonary Care Unit 4 bed
  • General floors
  • Job Summary :

    We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Respiratory Therapist to join our Team. The George Washington University Hospital Respiratory Care Department provides cutting-edge clinical care to various critically ill patients. Here are some of the highlights of the therapies we deliver :

  • Ventilator management
  • Including the utilization of an ARDS protocol
  • Advanced vent modes (APRV, ASV, NAVA)
  • Inhaled Nitric Oxide Administration
  • Airway Clearance Therapies (utilizing an Airway Clearance Protocol)
  • Airway Management
  • Non-Invasive Ventilation
  • Oxygen Therapy
  • Emergency Response Teams
  • Emergency Department Care
  • Level I Trauma Center
  • Post-Surgical Ventilator Weaning and Care
  • Including open heart surgery, Liver transplant
  • Indirect Calorimetry
  • Bedside PFTs
  • Inpatient Sleep studies
  • Point of Care testing
  • ICU Mobilization
  • Multidisciplinary approach to tracheostomy management and speaking valves
  • The department also engages in diverse education pathways.
  • Clinical rotations for local and international respiratory therapy schools.
  • Annual respiratory education for nursing and physicians.
  • Departmental continuing education lectures

    Benefits, Special Incentives & Perks :

  • Commuter Subsidy : We provide a monthly $100 commuter subsidy.
  • Paid Time Off : Enjoy 208 hours of paid time off annually.
  • (104 hours Part time)
  • Cutting-Edge Environment : Thrive in a challenging and rewarding work environment with advanced technological systems, processes, and best practices.
  • Employee Wellness : We are committed to your well-being through our sponsored programs by the Strategic Employee Engagement Council and GWU Wellness Center.
  • Retirement Savings : Benefit from our 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 6%.
  • Comprehensive Benefits : Enjoy excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
  • Shared Governance : We follow a shared governance model that values your input and collaboration.
  • Continuous Development : Grow and develop through job-related training, continuing education, and mobility opportunities within the UHS subsidiaries.
  • Employee Discounts : Enjoy exclusive discounts and a wide array of additional perks.
  • We value our employees and offer a comprehensive package to support your career growth, well-being, and work-life balance.

    About Universal Health Services

    One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

    Qualifications

    Qualifications

  • Graduation from an approved two-year respiratory therapist program
  • 3 Years of Professional Experience that demonstrates Progressive Leadership background
  • Licensed by the District of Columbia Health Regulation
  • Licensed as an RRT and approved by NBRC
  • BLS Basic Life Support for Health Care Professionals required
  • ACLS and PALS within six months of hire
  • Stable and NRP required for NICU Therapist
  • Excellent critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
  • Strong organizational 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. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to 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

    At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) 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 such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.

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