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Job opportunities are posted for the benefit of The HSC Pediatric Center. We accept applications from non-employees and qualified current employees. Qualified current applications will be considered before new applications are considered. Current employees applying for a posted position must submit a completed internal employment request to the corporate Human Resources Department.

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The HSC Pediatric Center does not discriminate unlawfully on the basis of race, color, religion, age, ancestry ot national origin, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental handicap, marital status or veteran's status with respect to employment.


If you are interested in any of the career opportunities listed, there are three ways to apply. You may submit your resume via e-mail to:

  • cwest@hospsc.org; or
  • fax to 202-635-6121; or
  • mail to: The HSC Pediatric Center, 1731 Bunker Hill Rd., N.E., Washington, DC 20017
Non-clinical Positions
Job Title/Dept Hrs/Shift Qualifications
*Human Resources Assistant
Human Resources
Full-time
Days
The HR Assistant will have administrative experience, data entry experience and experience with HRIS software. HR Perspective experience is preferred. This individual must have excellent customer service skills, be computer literate with experience working with Microsoft Office. Excellent filing skills are required along with strong organizational skills. This individual must be professional and have the ability to work with all levels of employees and have the ability to be flexible. Knowledge of HR laws and experience working in a Human Resources department is preferred. This position will support The HSC Healthcare System. To submit your resume by email for this position, send to cwest@hospsc.org.
Nutrition Aide
Nutrition
Full-time
Days
The Nutrition Aide performs routine food service tasks in the kitchen, cafeteria, formula, patient and catering services. This position provides quality food preparation, meal and customer service to patients, staff and visitors to The HSC Pediatric Center. A high school diploma or equivalent and the ability to read and write English are required. Previous food service experience is preferred. A DC Food Handler Certification is preferred. To submit your resume by email for this position, send to cwest@hospsc.org.
*PI Analyst
Quality
Full-time
Days
The PI Analyst assists with providing analytic and database management to support the QI/PI program. The Analyst facilitates, educates and provides technical assistance to initiate and sustain the QI process. This individual will be responsible for specific projects/teams as assigned. A bachelor’s degree is required. Two years of relevant experience to include project management, program analysis and meeting facilitation skills are required. Experience in a healthcare environment is preferred. To submit your resume by email for this position, send to cwest@hospsc.org.
Clinical Opportunities
Job Title/Dept Hrs/Shift Qualifications
*Occupational Therapist
Rehab Services
FT, PRN
Days
The Occupational/Physical Therapist provides therapy services to children from birth to 21 years of age and other patients as assigned, to restore function and to prevent disability following disease or injury. This individual performs evaluations, planning, intervention, consultation and training under the supervision of the Director for Rehabilitation Services or designee. Pool therapy experience is a plus. A graduate of an approved professional school of Occupational/Physical Therapy is required. The therapist must be licensed to practice or eligible for licensure in the District of Columbia. One clinical affiliation in pediatrics and/or experience with children is desired. To submit your resume by email for this position send to cwest@hospsc.org
*Registered Nurse
Nursing
Full-time
Eves, Nite
The Registered Nurse gives direct and indirect care and provides supervision to the nursing staff regarding patient care. All efforts are directed towards continuous quality improvement and family centered care. May be utilized as an associate case manager, charge nurse, preceptor or code team member. In addition, staff in this position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstate knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patents status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the departmental policy and procedure manual. The Registered Nurse must be a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing, possess a current DC license and have one to two years pediatric experience. To submit your resume by email for this position, send to cwest@hospsc.org
*Speech Language Pathologist
Rehab Services
PRN
days
Master's degree, ASHA certification, MD or VA licensure, and CPR certification. Must have at least two years pediatric experience. Experience with feeding and medically fragile children preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills are vital to this position. To submit your resume by email for this position, send to cwest@hospsc.org
*Pediatric Care Aide
Nursing
Full-time
Eve, Night
The Pediatric Care Aide performs direct patient care under the direction of a registered nurse and performs other unit duties as assigned. All efforts are directed towards continuous quality improvement and family centered care. The PCA must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to gather data reflective of the patients’ status relative to his or her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the departmental policy and procedure manual. Must have 1 year of experience and nurse aide competency evaluation program (certification preferred). Previous experience working with handicapped children preferred. Must have valid CPR card, must write legible, follows directions and works cooperatively with members of all departments and other hospital affiliations. To submit your resume by email for this position, send to: cwest@hospsc.org
*Respiratory Therapist
Respiratory
Full-time, PRN
day/night
The Therapist is responsible for performing the duties of a staff Therapist. Must be competent in all therapy modalities, and experience in ventilator management. Graduate of a JRC approved Respiratory Care Program; Minimum certification or registered by NBRC. Licensed by the District of Columbia Respiratory Care Program. Current CPR certification required. To submit your resume by email for this position, send to cwest@hospsc.org
*Physical Therapist
Rehab
Days
Full-time
The Physical Therapist administers physical therapy treatments as ordered by a physician and in accordance with accepted practices of physical therapy. Responsible for the thoroughness and accuracy of the work, the records and the reports given to the physician. The PT must be a graduate of an APTA approved physical therapy curriculum. This individual must demonstrate a professional and enthusiastic interest in a pediatric program enhancement/development to address the diverse and holistic needs of this population. Must have a working knowledge of the principles of pediatric recreation therapy. Knowledge of growth and development, and of diseases and disabilities. Ability to work well with others. Ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing. Working knowledge of infection control principles and techniques. A current DC PT license and CPR certification is required. Tracheostomy training course (must be completed within three (3) months of hire). To submit your resume by email for this position, send to cwest@hospsc.org.
*Senior Resource Nurse
Nursing
Full-time
Evenings
The Senior Resource Nurse (SRN) is a professional Registered Nurse who is responsible for the supervision, direction, and delivery of nursing care on a specific shift including the educational and performance improvement activities. The SRN provides clinical guidance and management support to all staff members, including evaluation process and application of Human Resource policies to assigned staff members. This individual communicates and collaborates with admissions, the interdisciplinary team, support services, physicians and staff members to enhance quality patient care. All efforts are directed toward continuous quality improvement, family-centered care, and good customer relations. In addition, this position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age and diagnoses of the patients served by the Department of Nursing. This individual must demonstrate knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess and analyze data reflective of the patient population and reflective of the age-specific needs to facilitate care by the nursing staff. A BSN is required and credits towards a Master’s degree is preferred. Five years of experience, of which at least three of those years should be in Pediatrics. At least one year of experience as a Charge Nurse, Supervisor or hold a Management position is required. The SRN assumes responsibility for continued education and maintain skills, demonstrates excellence in Pediatric Nursing, demonstrates leadership ability and demonstrates the ability to implement administrative and organization principles. This individual also demonstrates the ability to implement good interpersonal relations with all members of the hospital staff. The SRN also demonstrates knowledge of behavioral and scientific principles. A current DC RN license, current CPR and PALS certification is required. Membership in a professional organization, certification in Pediatric Nursing, Rehab Nursing and/or Nursing Administration is preferred. To submit your resume by email for this position, send to cwest@hospsc.org
*Physical/Occupational Therapist
Rehabilitation
Full-time
Days
The Orthotics, Prosthetics and Equipment Department is looking for a full-time Occupational or Physical Therapist. The Staff Therapist will be responsible for evaluating patients for Durable Medical Equipment and completing necessary documentation, evaluating and casting patients for orthotics, evaluating for and fabricating custom splints and equipment modifications and assisting with/performing serial casting. This candidate must have experienced with durable medical equipment, orthotics and/or splinting and casting and must be licensed in The District of Columbia. To submit your resume by email for this position, send to cwest@hospsc.org.

 

 

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