Pays $40.61-$83.75/hr — Respiratory Therapist market median is ~$108k (35 jobs) · Top 25% in Respiratory Therapy for work-life (6.9/10, vs 3,656 in this specialty)
Respiratory Therapist (RCP) - Level III
About the Role
Day shift, sign-on bonus up to $20K. Pediatric respiratory care at a top children's hospital. Washington, DC.
Join Children's National Hospital as a Respiratory Therapist (RCP) – Level III, Sign-On Bonus in Washington, District of Columbia. Kids Are Our Everything. Department 10168 Respiratory Therapy Pay Range $40.61 - $83.75 Shift: Day 7a-7p Sign on Bonus - Up to $20,000 Who We Are: Children's National Hospital is seeking dedicated Respiratory Care Practitioners to join our team at our 323-bed Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $40.61 - $83.75/hour.
- Signing bonus: $20,000.
- Comprehensive health coverage
- Generous paid time off
- 401(k) plan
- Tuition assistance
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Disability coverage
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No call required.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers no call requirements, day shifts only, a signing bonus. Work with Children's National Hospital in Washington, District of Columbia.
Key Responsibilities
The RCP-III administers advanced respiratory care to patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunction across acute care, ER, and critical care units. They also serve as a clinical resource and preceptor for new hires and students.
Requirements
Requires an Associate's degree in Respiratory Care, 5 years of experience (including 2 years in pediatric/neonatal critical care), and an RRT certification. Must hold a DC DOH license and certifications in BLS and PALS.
Qualifications
- Education
- Associate degree
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Respiratory Therapist (RCP) - Level III at Children's National Hospital a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Respiratory Therapy — ranked against 3,656 active Respiratory Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no night shifts.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Respiratory Therapy — healthcare professional Career Context
In District of Columbia, Respiratory Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$127k across 11 listings, vs ~$85k nationally (3,871 listings).
Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
District of Columbia's cost-of-living index is 158.0 (US average = 100), so the posted ~$129k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $82k in an average-cost state — District of Columbia ranks #13 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 64.3% of District of Columbia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 6.9/10 on work-life balance for Respiratory Therapist roles. No call coverage keeps hours predictable.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
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