Children's National Medical Center jobs in Washington, DC - 621 jobs

The Director of HR Business Partners will lead the HR Business Partner team as well as function as a strategic Business Partner and primary point of contact to their assigned client groups and their leadership. Provide oversight to a professional team of HR Business Partners to optimize HR's partnership with the various Business Units and their leadership. Design and operationalize user‑friendly plans and programs to support the CNH mission of "Employer of Choice" and its goals in employee engagement and talent optimization. Serve as the primary point of contact to the assigned client groups and provide direction, coordination and overall management of the HR Function for the assigned client groups. This will include preparing regular human resources statistical summaries, and raising awareness of existing and emerging trends. Qualifications Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Business Administration or related field (Required) Master's Degree or MBA preferred (Preferred) Minimum Work Experience At least 7 years of progressive experience leading strategic Human Resources business initiatives (Required) At least 5 years of supervisory/management experience in a related job function (Required); Healthcare Human Resources preferred Functional Accountabilities HR Partnership with Business Units Partner with client group leaders to identify, plan and implement strategic objectives that are in alignment with client group strategies. Design, develop and implement various HR business projects and initiatives to proactively meet the needs of the assigned client groups; research best practices and provide strategic recommendations based on data analysis and incorporation of appropriate metrics to measure outcomes. Act as single point of contact and escalation for HR‑related processes, issues/questions for assigned client groups. Collaborate with other HR functions to design, develop and implement key HR programs and initiatives. Model behavior and provide support to contribute to the improved performance of the assigned client groups. HR Consulting and Employee Relations Partner with the Employee and Labor Relations team to investigate and resolve employee relations issues. Serve as an internal consultant to managers for people and organizational issues. Collaborate with Learning & Development team to coach managers in leadership abilities, relationships among teams/individuals, interpersonal communications and performance management. Collaborate with Employee & Labor Relations team to help managers adhere to CBA terms and address union related issues. HR Compliance and Performance Improvement Assist in the development and administration of HR policies and procedures. Ensure all HR initiatives and activities in the assigned client groups are in compliance with federal, state and local government regulations. Participate in performance improvement activities. Assist to maintain compliance with Joint Commission accreditation and other internal and external regulatory standards. Strategic Leadership Provide leadership support and strategic direction to the HR Business Partner team. Oversee the design and optimization of the HR Business Partner model. Direct work to achieve and sustain client groups' various HR needs. Support the VP of HR Partnerships and Employment Practices in the design and execution of talent optimization programs. Show accountability by building and reporting on measures and outcomes for continuous process improvement. Establish, build and sustain professional contacts with key stakeholders internally and externally. Organizational Accountabilities Organizational Commitment/Identification Teamwork/Communication Performance Improvement/Problem‑solving Cost Management/Financial Responsibility Safety Primary Location District of Columbia - Washington Work Locations CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington, DC 20010 Job Management Organization People Position Status : R (Regular) - FT - Full-Time Shift : Day Work Schedule : M-F 8:00-4:30pm Full-Time Salary Range 137550.4 - 229257.6 Children's National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The “Know Your Rights” poster is available here: and the pay transparency policy is available here: Know Your Rights Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster. Please note that it is the policy of Children's National Hospital to ensure a “drug‑free” work environment: a workplace free from the illegal use, possession or distribution of controlled substances (as defined in the Controlled Substances Act), or the misuse of legal substances by all staff (management, employees and contractors). Though recreational and medical marijuana are now legal in the District of Columbia, Children's National and its affiliates maintain the right, in accordance with our policy, to enforce a drug‑free workplace, including prohibiting recreational or prescribed marijuana. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A prominent pediatric healthcare provider in Washington is looking for a Family Services Associate to assist patients and families with issues related to illness and facilitate resource access. Responsibilities include coordinating care among medical teams, conducting screening interviews, and ensuring follow-up support. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and ideally have experience in crisis situations. Bilingual abilities are preferred. This position offers a full-time work schedule with a competitive salary range of approximately $44,782.40 - $74,630.40. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading children's hospital in Silver Spring, MD, is seeking a Senior Manager for Coding Audits & Education. This role requires extensive coding experience, overseeing a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring strategic leadership in coding functions. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree (Master's preferred) and over 7 years of progressive coding experience, along with strong leadership and communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $103,355.20 to $172,244.80. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A prominent pediatric healthcare institution in Washington, DC is seeking a Director of Emergency Transport. The role involves planning and overseeing the Transport Medicine Division to ensure safe and efficient patient transport. Candidates must have a Bachelor's in Business or Healthcare Management, with at least 5 years of clinical transport experience. Licenses including RN in DC or paramedic certification are required. The position offers a variable work schedule and a competitive salary range from $125,049.60 to $208,436.80. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Social Media Specialist is responsible for developing and executing a creative social media strategy that elevates APHA's brand, mission and strategic initiatives. This role places a strong emphasis on producing high-quality, engaging content that resonates with APHA's diverse audiences and brings the organization's voice to life across digital platforms. The Specialist will create compelling multimedia content - including graphics, short-form videos, stories and written posts - tailored for all social channels. A key focus will be using creativity and storytelling to enhance APHA's digital footprint and deepen engagement with the public, policymakers, key influencers and APHA members and partners. This position will be responsible for identifying new and innovative ways to grow APHA's social audiences, amplify APHA's presence in online conversations and position the organization as a leading, trusted voice in public health. The role includes posting across all active organic channels, managing paid social campaigns and ensuring content reflects best practices in design, format, tone and audience engagement. Responsibilities Content Creation & Creative Strategy: Develop and execute a creative, platform-specific content strategy that reflects APHA's brand and mission. Produce engaging multimedia content - including graphics, videos, stories, reels, animations and written posts - for all APHA social media channels. Bring creative storytelling to APHA's public health priorities, translating complex topics into accessible, compelling digital content. Social Media Management: Plan, schedule and publish content across LinkedIn, X, Instagram, Facebook, Threads, Bluesky and other emerging platforms. Manage day-to-day channel activity, ensuring timely posting and active audience engagement. Audience Growth & Engagement: Working with all relevant departments, identify opportunities to expand APHA's reach and grow engaged audiences across all social platforms. Position APHA as a thought leader by inserting the organization strategically into relevant online conversations and trending topics. Paid Social & Campaign Support: Support and manage paid social media campaigns, including content development, targeting and performance monitoring. Social Listening & Analytics: Use social listening tools to monitor conversations, trends and sentiment relevant to APHA and public health. Analyze content performance and audience insights to inform future creative direction and improve engagement. Collaboration & Coordination: Work closely with the AED, Public Affairs and Advocacy, Campaign for the Public's Health, communications, marketing, policy and program teams to source stories, gather content and ensure message alignment. Coordinate with design or video partners when needed and manage content workflows from concept through posting. Qualifications Technical & Platform Expertise: Proven experience managing professional social media accounts across platforms including LinkedIn, X, Instagram, Facebook, Threads, Bluesky and emerging channels. Strong proficiency in creating multimedia content (graphics, short-form video, stories, reels, animations). Experience with social media management and scheduling tools (e.g., Sprout, Hootsuite, Later, Buffer, Vista Social). Content Creation & Creative Skills: Demonstrated ability to translate complex topics into accessible, engaging digital content. Strong writing and storytelling skills with the ability to adapt tone and style for different audiences and platforms. Strategic & Analytical Skills: Experience using analytics tools to track social media performance, audience behavior and content effectiveness. Ability to interpret social listening insights and apply them to content planning and brand strategy. Project Management & Collaboration: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines and content workflows. Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams such as communications, marketing, policy or program areas. Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Strong attention to detail, especially in proofreading and brand consistency. Ability to engage professionally with online communities and respond to sensitive topics appropriately. Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, public relations, digital media or a related field, or equivalent experience. Minimum of 2-4 years of professional experience in social media management, digital marketing or content creation. Experience in public health, nonprofit, association or mission-driven organizations is a plus. Physical Requirements: Requires occasional lifting and moving of up to 25 lbs. Must be able to travel and work occasional evenings and weekends as job duties or projects require. Travel to the Annual Meeting is required with other occasional travel possible. Position is based in downtown DC near several metro stations. Hybrid work environment. Hours: 35 hours a week, full-time, Monday - Friday (daytime). Number of openings: 1. Applicants who meet the requirements and are interested in being considered for this position should submit the following information at: ******************************* Cover letter; Resume; A writing sample; Salary requirement; At least 2 supervisory references and 1 professional reference (name, title, company name and phone number and email). Vaccination Policy: New Hires and Employees must adhere to APHA COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate Policy. CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled SALARY RANGE: Mid to high 60's (salary commensurate with experience & job role). APHA offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits. EEO/AA/VETS/DISABILITY. APHA is strongly and actively committed to diversity in its workplace.

A leading healthcare institution is seeking a Director of HR Business Partners in Washington, DC. This role involves leading the HR Business Partner team, strategizing HR initiatives, and acting as a main point of contact for various client groups. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in HR, including management experience, preferably in a healthcare setting. This position supports talent optimization and ensures compliance with HR regulations. Competitive salary and benefits provided. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Staff Accountant for Grants will assist the Association in coordinating and have direct charge of private funding, federal grants cooperative agreements. This position will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The position will in also work with all principal investigators and program managers to ensure the smooth operation and reporting of grants made to APHA. The ideal candidate will bring a solid foundation in nonprofit accounting and financial practices. Responsibilities Support the finance unit in grant financial activities. Support the growth and expansion of grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts as APHA works to diversify and deepen funding relationships with CDC, other federal agencies, non-profit, and private partners. Assist the principal investigators and senior staff in administering grant funds in a manner that provides confidence, monitor required reporting of all funds, and prepare summaries, reports, or other documents. Develop templates and internal guidelines to standardize grant administration activities, track grant proposal from submissions through closeout, and support all project managers activities as need. Key Responsibilities Grant Financial Management Maintain accurate records of grant revenues and expenditures across multiple programs. Ensure compliance with funder requirements, including federal, state, and private grants. Monitor spending to ensure alignment with grant budgets and allowable costs. Provide support to APHA staff on a range of philanthropic and federally funded projects. Reporting Prepare timely and accurate financial reports for funders, program staff, and leadership. Support the development of grant proposals and budget narratives. Monitor and analyze all budget trends and make recommendation for cost control for various grants. Accounting & Reconciliation Record grant-related transactions in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards. Reconcile grant accounts and ensure proper allocation of expenses. Cross-Functional Collaboration Prepare grant continuation documentation and compile interim and final progress report Coordinate grant submission applications with principal investigator. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or related field or nonprofit accounting certificate a plus. Two years accounting experience with non-profit associations. Familiar with fund accounting and donor restricted funds. Excellent organizational and administrative skills. Ability to communicate effectively, orally, and in writing. Strong people skills required to collaborate effectively with staff, APHA members and external vendors. Working knowledge of computers. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, iMIS, Great Plains reporting, and other federal software. Excellent communications skills (verbal and writing). Detail-oriented with a collaborative team spirit. Must be able to work occasional evening and weekend work as job duties or projects requires and travel to staff. APHA-related meetings as needed. Requires occasional lifting and moving to twenty-five pounds. Position is based in downtown DC near several metro stations. Hybrid work environment. Hours: 35 hours a week, full-time, Monday - Friday (daytime). Number of openings: 1. Applicants who meet the requirements and are interested in being considered for this position should submit the following information at: ******************************* Cover letter; Resume; A writing sample; Salary requirement; At least 2 supervisory references and 1 professional reference (name, title, company name and phone number and email). Vaccination Policy: New Hires and Employees must adhere to APHA COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate Policy. CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled SALARY RANGE: High 60s to low 70s (salary commensurate with experience & job role). APHA offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits. EEO/AA/VETS/DISABILITY. APHA is strongly and actively committed to diversity in its workplace.

Child Life Specialist - (250003EA) Description The Child Life Specialist provides essential therapeutic support, developmentally appropriate education, and play-based interventions to promote the physical, emotional, and developmental well-being of pediatric patients. Under general supervison, this role focuses on reducing stress, anxiety, and trauma for children and their families by supporting coping, enhancing understanding of medical experiences, and advocating for family-centered care throughout the healthcare journey. Qualifications Minimum EducationBachelor's Degree Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development or related field. (Required) Master's Degree Master's degree in Child Life, Child Development or related field. (Preferred) Minimum Work ExperienceCompletion of Child Life Internship (minimum 600 hours) and all internship prerequisites including, but not limited to volunteer hours and Child Life Practicum. (Required) Candidate must be certified or eligible for Child Life Certification. (Required) Required Skills/KnowledgeKnowledge of child and adolescent growth and development based on the theories of development, including but not limited to Piaget, Erikson, Bowlby, and VygotskyKnowledge of age-appropriate play and ability to utilize play as a mechanism for patient-understanding of the hospital environment and experiences Ability to assess patient's development and response to hospital environment and provide developmentally appropriate interventions Ability to discuss medical experiences in age-appropriate, child-friendly language Understanding of basic human anatomy and physiology and knowledge of medical terminology Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks simultaneously, utilizing critical thinking and problem solving skills Ability to comfortably work with internal and external customers from diverse social, cultural and educational backgrounds. Ability to identify and work collaboratively with diverse teams. Ability to listen, be empathetic, motivate and follow-through, and eager to seize challenges and resolve issues Functional AccountabilitiesDirect Patient CareAssesses patients' development, temperament, coping style, and adjustment using knowledge of child development and behavior, disease/injury, treatment, healthcare stressors, cultural and family systems Uses knowledge and resources to create developmental plan and implement appropriate child life and interdisciplinary interventions. Provides therapeutic interactions and activities which offer emotional support, opportunities for continued growth and development, and diversion from the hospital experience Provides opportunities for and facilitates a variety of group and/or individual recreational and play activities that promote normalization, development, learning, self-expression, and coping Uses preparation and medical play opportunities to help alleviate misconceptions and increase understanding of hospital procedures Provides procedural support to patients in order to foster increased coping skills and evaluates effectiveness of interventions to better inform and individualize future support Provides education and support to siblings and parents related to hospital visits, effects of hospitalization, procedures, new diagnoses, etc. Prioritizes own caseload daily in order to meet both child and departmental needs Participates in the weekday, weekend, and on-call rotation, as assigned Regularly maintains patient care documentation in accordance with standards Patient ExperienceFosters environment for patients and families to feel heard and understood, anticipates patient and family needs, and ensures needs are met. Collaborates with child life team and other professionals to provide activities, special visitors, events, and entertainment to patients and families hospital-wide Encourages and coordinates patients' and families' participation in activities and special events to support normalization and coping Supports and chaperones special visitors to assigned areas of hospital Assists child life team, assigned area of hospital, or department with intake and distribution of donations of toys and other comforting items Interdisciplinary CollaborationCollaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare team in order to provide optimal care and advocate for developmentally-appropriate patient and family needs Uses formal and informal methods of communication to share assessments, interventions, and evaluations, as appropriate Maintains communication with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and engage in consultation regarding patient care Provides referrals to internal or community resources for patients and families as needed Program DevelopmentFacilitates patient interaction for volunteers. Presents in-service trainings on role and impact of child life to departments or assigned areas, increasing understanding of importance of family-centered care. Adheres to budget set and outlined by Child Life Manager. Manages child life resources of assigned area of hospital and ensures consistent supply of resources. Attends and participates in opportunities that complement and enhance professional development. Professional DevelopmentWith Child Life Manager, establishes annual goals and independently works to meet those goals. Participates as member of assigned area or department committees as deemed appropriate. Develops and maintains professional skills and knowledge by attending seminars, workshops, conferences, etc. Maintains a willingness to learn and openness to new ideas and practices. Organizational AccountabilitiesAnticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met Teamwork/CommunicationDemonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior Partner with all team members to achieve goals Receptive to others' ideas and opinions Performance Improvement/Problem-solving Contribute to a positive work environment Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment Cost Management/Financial ResponsibilityUse resources efficiently Search for less costly ways of doing things SafetySpeak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance Primary Location: District of Columbia-WashingtonWork Locations: CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington 20010Job: Allied HealthOrganization: COE Hospital-Based SpecliatiesPosition Status: R (Regular) - FT - Full-TimeShift: DayWork Schedule: M-F with various weekend coverage Job Posting: Jan 15, 2026, 9:39:26 PMFull-Time Salary Range: 50252. 8 - 83761. 6

BMT-Locksmith - (2500034K) Description Maintains system inventory of all hospital keys to include all off site buildings which lists office spaces by code to which employees receive keys. Cuts/duplicate keys at the desecration of Security . Performs installation, repairs and testing of all door hardware including doors that are integrated with the assistance of security . The ability to meet with our door hardware vendors and user groups to ensure the proper keying systems is correctly specified. Works with Security to ensure the safe keeping of all locks, lock programs, and keys. This position assists with all duties of the BMT . Performs minor maintenance and service as needed to support ongoing facility operations for the Engineering and Environmental Services Departments that are initiated through work requests or as dispatched by the control room, call center , or a member of management in accordance with Hospital standards. This position will provide direct general labor support to all trades. This position will be responsible for the procurement and pick up of any and all materials requested by trades. Performs low level installations, furniture assembly , moving furniture, troubleshooting, and repairs, maintains general building systems, and performs snow removal and tank changing. Assists with basic low level maintenance service repairs in the areas of plumbing, electrical, carpentry , painting, plastering. Responds to low-level request in order of priority and assists both with routine-tocomplex request on an as needed basis. Ensures smooth transition of responsibilities to next shift. Responds to all hospital emergencies including but not limited to leaks, odors and fire alarms. Must have a valid drivers license and the ability to operate hospital vehicles. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers to handle or feel, reach with hands and or arms and to talk and hear. The employee is required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. The employee must lift and or move up to 50lbs. Qualifications Minimum EducationHigh School Diploma or GED (Required) Vocational Education related facilities maintenance training, carpentry, electrical mechanical (Preferred) Minimum Work Experience5 years progressive locksmith and door hardware experience (Required)5 years related and progressive experience (Required)1 year general maintenance, carpentry , mechanical/plumbing, electrical experience and data entry experience (Required) Required Skills/KnowledgeDemonstrates ability to use PC and knowledge of the internet Math Ability Level: 2 Basic calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication & division) Human Relations Skill Level: 1Basic Computer Skills: PCBasic computer skills in order to utilize equipment and systems (PC software applications, Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, etc). Basic Standard Equipment: Calculator, Copy Machine, and Fax MachineProgressive locksmith and door hardware experience Frequently bend, stood, sit, stand, walk reach, lift , carry, pull, push 40-75 lbs Required Licenses and CertificationsMust be a licensed and or certified locksmith and comply with regulatory licensing in the DC, VA, and MD. 1 Year (Required) Valid driver's license (Required) Functional AccountabilitiesBuilding Maintenance Technician - Locksmith Competencies Cut duplicate keys Maintain system inventory of hospital and all off site buildings which lists office spaces by code to which employees receive keys. Change key cylinders in locks and resets tumblers. Install and remove locks from doors Assist with minor repairs. Basic repairs include but are not limited to doors, knobs and closures. Assemble carts, tables and other furniture items. Assists with furniture moves. Mount and perform minor services on electrical components related to locking mechanism and security devices associated with door hardware. Respond to all emergencies to include but not limited to water leaks and fire alarms and assesses damage. Replace damaged ceiling tiles. Pick-up delivery and installation of all portable pressurized gas tanks. Perform maintenance repairs that are initiated through work orders. Activities include general plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and maintenance work. Examples are replacing, light bulbs, providing temporary power, unstopping sinks, and responding to temperature control issues. This includes but is not limited to assisting with work related to general hospital maintenance. Quality Assurance Take the initiative to identify and report deficiencies in the physical plant of the hospital by submitting work orders through the work order system. Diagnose and resolve trouble ticket/work orders thoroughly until completed. When necessary, routinely follows up with manager to communicate or request assistance in order to complete work orders. Follows up with the requester after completion of a work order to ensure problem has been corrected. Routinely utilizes all safety measures as related to work orders and specific tasks. Customer Service In a timely manner , upon receipt, follow up with the requestor regarding work orders. Communicate to requester steps for completion of work order and provide any follow up information. At all times represents the engineering staff in a professional and helpful manner. Administrative Compile list of materials to be ordered and submits to supervisor. Completes and updates work orders daily for work completed each day . Prepare requisitions for ERP . Assist with projects needs as assigned. Ability to use supply order system (shows progress), ability to use the work order system and ability to use email system. Primary Location: District of Columbia-WashingtonWork Locations: CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington 20010Job: Facilities / SecurityOrganization: Real EstatePosition Status: R (Regular) - FT - Full-TimeShift: VariableWork Schedule: VariableJob Posting: Dec 12, 2025, 5:00:39 PMFull-Time Salary Range: 54724. 8 - 107369. 6

The Senior Bioinformatics Scientist, serving as Assistant Director of the BTI Bioinformatics Core, is a leadership-level role requiring a Ph.D. in a biological or computational discipline and 8-15 years of relevant experience (inclusive of doctoral work). Reporting to the Director of the BTI Bioinformatics Core, this position provides scientific and technical leadership as the Core's primary "go-to" expert for methodological guidance, code standards, QC frameworks, and pipeline development, while mentoring Bioinformatics Scientists and supporting Core infrastructure. The role is split between 50% scientific oversight, project guidance, and code review and 50% hands-on computational biology analyses for the Rare Brain Tumor Program. The ideal candidate demonstrates deep technical expertise, collaborative leadership, and a commitment to open, reproducible science, with substantial pediatric oncology genomics experience, strong biological insight, and the ability to both embrace learning CNS tumor biology and guide the computational direction of multiple PIs' research programs. Minimum Education Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Biological or computational discipline (Required) Minimum Work Experience 8 years 8-15 years in applied bioinformatics, genomics, and computational work (can be inclusive of relevant computational Ph.D. dissertation years) (Required) Required Skills/Knowledge Technical Skills * Advanced proficiency in UNIX/Linux environments. * Expert-level programming and data analysis skills in R, Python, or equivalent. * Deep experience with NGS, microarray, multi-omics, and other high-throughput platforms and their application to specific biological questions. * Expertise with a broad range of bioinformatics tools, pipelines, and genomic databases, such as GATK, UCSC Genome Browser, Bioconductor, ENCODE, NCBI, Kids First, gnom AD, ClinVar, OMIM, HGMD, and COSMIC. * Demonstrated expertise in GitHub, containerization (Docker, Podman, and/or Singularity), and workflow automation. * Strong grasp of workflow management tools (e.g., Snakemake, Nextflow, WDL, CWL). * Expertise using high-performance computing (HPC) environments and/or cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud) for large-scale analyses. * Ability to develop user-facing bioinformatics applications using tools such as RShiny or Python Streamlit. Scientific & Analytical Skills * Demonstrated ability to design and execute robust statistical analyses across diverse genomic and proteomic data types. * Deep expertise interpreting and visualizing results in biological or clinical contexts. * Deep domain expertise in at least one disease area or biological system through publications, pipelines, tools, and/or open-source contributions. * Experience writing scientific manuscripts, figure and methods development, and manuscript authorship. Collaborative and Professional Skills * Ability to lead complex interdisciplinary projects and guide teams from analysis to publication. * Strong mentorship skills and demonstrated ability to train junior scientists and analysts. * Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills. * Proven ability to interact effectively with investigators, clinicians, laboratory staff, peers, and institutional leadership. * Commitment to open and team science practices, including transparency, reproducibility, shared documentation, and collaborative problem-solving. * Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies such as Scrum, Agile, Jira, GitHub Projects, Trello, or Asana to coordinate timelines, tasks, and deliverables across teams. Functional Accountabilities Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) * Uphold the highest ethical standards and integrity in all scientific activities. * Ensure data privacy and patient confidentiality standards. * Maintain reproducibility and transparency in code, workflows, and documentation. * Properly cite software tools, data sources, and collaborators. * Comply with institutional policies and federal regulations governing research and data use. Bioinformatics Analysis & Method Development * Lead the development and implementation of novel and optimized workflows for large-scale -omic datasets. * Design rigorous statistical frameworks that align with study goals and clinical hypotheses. * Collaborate with investigators to determine the most effective computational approaches to complex problems with biological context. * Contribute significantly to high-impact publications and grant proposals. Technical Oversight & Troubleshooting * Resolve advanced, multi-layered bioinformatics and workflow issues independently. * Design scalable, sustainable solutions to recurring analysis or infrastructure challenges. * Serve as technical advisor to junior bioinformatics staff, providing design, optimization, and troubleshooting support. Scientific Communication & Grant Support * Lead preparation of figures, written analysis, and supplemental methods for manuscripts, grants, and collaborators. * Clearly present findings and strategy in lab/collaborator meetings, present journal clubs, and attend scientific conferences. * Provide strategic guidance to principal investigators on computational planning in proposals. Leadership Collaboration and Mentorship * Partner with investigators, clinicians, project leads, and other bioinformatics staff to define project goals, analysis strategies, coordinate data workflows, and support scientific goals. * Lead multidisciplinary bioinformatics collaborations from project inception through delivery. * Mentor junior scientists and analysts in bioinformatics methods, code quality, and scientific interpretation. * Foster a culture of scientific rigor, reproducibility, and learning.Contribute reusable, well-documented code to team repositories. * Coordinate timelines and deliverables using project management tools (e.g., Jira, GitHub Projects, Asana) and collaborative workflows. Innovation, Open Science, & Community Engagement * Contribute to and lead the development of open-source software, reproducible workflows, and institutional tooling. * Stay abreast of innovations in bioinformatics tools, databases, and standards. * Organize and develop training workshops, tutorials, and best-practice guides to advance team-wide and institutional bioinformatics capacity. * Deepen domain-specific expertise (e.g., pediatric cancer, neurodevelopment, rare disease) through literature synthesis, collaborations with subject matter experts, and community engagement. * Represent the organization in consortia, workshops, and national/international scientific forums. * Guide institutional practices in reproducibility, open science compliance, and infrastructure sustainability. * Use domain knowledge to improve study design and analytical approaches to biological or clinical questions. Organizational Accountabilities Organizational Accountabilities (Leader) Deliver * Set and clearly communicate team goals and priorities in alignment with departmental goals and budgets * Develop the budget and assign resources to meet the team goals * Provide the resources and guidance required for employees to perform effectively * Develop procedures to ensure high safety and quality, and course-correct as needed * Identify customers' needs and ensure service excellence in meeting those needs Engage * Be the link between the department and the team in defining the strategies to meet team goals * Provide prompt and clear feedback to staff and support their performance * Ensure team adherence to organizational regulations * Manage the working environment to promote productivity and motivation * Represent the team in clearing obstacles to high performance * Hire staff and develop their capabilities * Monitor and promote strong employee engagement Grow * Encourage and share new ways of making the right work easier to do * Recognize and share incremental improvements in operations * Promote the success of organizational and department initiatives by clearly aligning programs to the mission

The Children's National Research Institute Comparative Medicine Unit (CMU) Animal Care Technician provides husbandry and sanitation following standard operating procedures for rodent species; maintains cleanliness of holding rooms and ancillary rooms; observes animals for changes in behavior, dietary habits, and signs of illnesses; observes room environment; receives incoming shipments; maintains per diem inventory; assists in the administration of health treatment prescribed; monitors supplies used in conjunction with duties, cages, cage equipment, and cleaning supplies. The physical demands of this position require an individual with dexterity for handling animals, the ability to lift 50lbs, and the capability to stand for the majority of the work shift. The workplace is a research facility; there is the potential for exposure to chemicals used to sanitize, zoonotic diseases, and the possibility of being bitten, scratched or kicked. Allergic responses may develop to animal dander. Also, the individual must be able to perform all the duties of a CMU Technician if needed. The position is designated as "essential" and the individual may be expected to work when normal campus operations are suspended (e.g.: inclement weather) or if there is an emergency impacting the CMU. In addition, staff may be expected to work outside of regular schedule during peak activity periods (e.g.: overtime, weekends). To the extent possible, managers will provide timely notice of modified work schedules. This position provides an opportunity to learn highly specialized laboratory animal research skills and grow within the professional field and the department. Minimum Education High School Diploma or GED (Required) Minimum Work Experience One year experience in laboratory animal care (Preferred) Required Skills/Knowledge Documented evidence of specialized experience demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position. (must be supported by a detailed description of experience on a resume). Ability to perform within a team-oriented work environment. Basic computer skills required, including familiarity with navigating web-based applications. Knowledge of the biology and physical characteristics of animals used in research and the ability to recognize signs of illness and abnormalities Knowledge regarding the methods and materials used in laboratory work Ability to work and communicate professionally with investigators, supervisors and caretakers Ability to make accurate observations, keep current, accurate, and complete records Ability to read, understand, and interpret written and oral instruction and perform math calculations in conduct of experimental procedures Ability to recognize common signs of illness, variations in eating habits, abnormal stool, urine deposits, and unusual behavior. Knowledge of laws and regulations affecting the use of animals in biomedical research. Knowledge of sanitation, sterilization, and biohazard control techniques. Physical demands require a healthy individual with dexterity; manual dexterity is required to handle animals Ability to stand for long periods of time (up to 6 hours) and lift 50 lbs. Ability to communicate clearly via e-mail, phone, and text message. Required Licenses and Certifications Eligibility for ALAT certification (Preferred) Functional Accountabilities Responsible Conduct of Research * Consistently demonstrates adherence to the standards for the responsible conduct of research. * Uses research funds and resources appropriately. * Maintains confidentiality of data as required. * Meets all annual job-related training and compliance requirements. Husbandry Operations * Observes animals daily for signs of health; receives, examines, transfers and properly houses incoming animal shipments according to SOPs. * Administers medication and treatment as prescribed by the veterinarian. * Provides adequate food and water for all assigned cages. * Maintains daily and weekly sanitation of cages, assigned rooms and common areas. Communication * Promptly notify management of fluctuations in temperature and humidity. * Correctly document room sheets, sanitation logs for common areas, inventory, and health reports Technical Assistance * Collect diagnostic specimens following SOP. * Participates in handling and manipulation training when offered. * Performs procedures as requested. Organizational Accountabilities Organizational Accountabilities (Staff) Organizational Commitment/Identification * Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met Teamwork/Communication * Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior * Partner with all team members to achieve goals * Receptive to others' ideas and opinions Performance Improvement/Problem-solving * Contribute to a positive work environment * Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change * Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes * Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment Cost Management/Financial Responsibility * Use resources efficiently * Search for less costly ways of doing things Safety * Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance * Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation * Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation * Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication * Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers * Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance

The Biomedical Engineering Technician ll will provide preventive maintenance inspection on medical equipment to meet regulatory and department goals. Will regularly visit and work with customers within the hospital to ensure the medical equipment is meeting the needs of the department. Will operate Test Equipment necessary to perform inspection and preventive maintenance. Will lead, follow, and understand manufacturer schematics to repair medical equipment. Will provide repair and maintenance of medical equipment. Will troubleshoot problems, provide customer with communication as to status, document the work, and follow-through in a timely manner. Will also participate in various levels of medical equipment selection, installation, setup, and disposition of the medical equipment. Will monitor and evaluate the quality of service and documentation provided by manufacturers and third-party service groups. Minimum Education High School Diploma or GED (Required) Minimum Work Experience At least 3 years of experience inspecting, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing the following types of Medical Equipment: physiologic monitors, various styles of infusion/ feeding pumps, electrocardiographs, blood pressure monitors, infant incubators, radiant warmers, electrosurgical units, electric beds, nurse call systems, cribs, steris scope washers, OR Lights, OR Tables, defibrillator monitors, patient scales, hypo/hyperthermia equipment, physical therapy equipment, sterilizers, misc. equipment used in the OR, and some clinical laboratory equipment, such as centrifuges, incubators, slide stainers. (Required) Required Licenses and Certifications Valid drivers license to operate hospital vehicles. (Required) AAMI CBET Certification preferred. (Preferred) Functional Accountabilities Medical Equipment * Troubleshoot and repair complex electronic and electromechanical biomedical equipment to sub-ssembly level. * Performs preventive maintenance, QA inspection, calibration and electrical safety test on a wide variety of biomedical equipment. Purchase Orders * Prepare purchase order requests for repair parts, to include vendor selection and follow-up and ensure parts have been delivered and installed. Internal and External Communication * Routinely contact requestor regarding assigned work order to notify receipt and estimated time of arrival. * Communicate to requestor steps for completion of work order and provide any follow-up information. * At all times represent the engineering staff in a professional and helpful manner. * Communicate with staff and management to solve problems and improve processes. * Support the work efforts of the team. * Assist new team members with general information when necessary. Quality Assurance * Take the initiative to identify and report deficiencies in the physical plant of the hospital. * Diagnose and resolve trouble ticket/work orders thoroughly until completed. * When necessary, routinely follow-up with manager to communicate or request assistance in order to complete work orders. * Follow-up with requestor after completion of a work order to ensure problem has been corrected. * Routinely utilize all safety measures as related to work orders and specific task. Safety and Emergency Response * Comply with all safety regulations to include but not limited to hospital regulations, OSHA and other applicable guidelines. * Maintain work area in a safe, clean and orderly manner. * Communicate effectively to other biomedical engineering personnel in regard to hazards associated with biomedical equipment testing in the shop. * Act as a member of the internal engineering emergency response team.

Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree (Required) BSN Graduated from an approved school of nursing (Preferred) Required Skills/Knowledge he licensed Registered Nurse will successfully complete the hospital and nursing orientation at Children's National. Role model organizational skills, adjust for changes and is able to complete assignment on time. Required Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurse in District of Columbia Registered Nurse licensed in the District of Columbia, Maryland or Virginia dependent upon location of practice (Required) Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) (Required) Functional Accountabilities Transformational Leadership Contribute to Magnet re-designation as evidenced by independent updating of professional profile and initiation of council involvement, committees, task forces and/or community outreach. Demonstrate critical thinking skills by problem solving appropriately during patient care. Communication reflects development of plan of care and ability to advocate to meet patients' needs. Independently initiate escalation of issues, utilize chain of command. Demonstrate proper use of the currently identified hand off processes. Demonstrate a collegial and respectful relationship with ancillary staff. Participate to implement change and support management decisions. Role model behavior that reflects empathy, concern and a desire to help others. Structural Empowerment Independently maintain regulatory requirements e.g. license, BLS. Plan for attendance at mandatory education and professional activities to enhance nursing practice. Demonstrate professional review of peers through timely participation in evaluations. Seek out opportunities to participate to enhance departmental goals by ensuring adherence to national safety standards and service excellence standards; support advancement of education and certification as well. Collaborate with members of the healthcare team and role model professional behavior and teamwork with coworkers. Utilize resources as needed and know when to escalate to next level. Exemplary Professional Practice Utilize assessment data gathered from patient and family to ensure completion of data base and plan of care within identified timeframes. Demonstrate clinical skills with complex patients that reflect analysis of patient status and appropriate interventions on all critical care units. Role model skill in prioritization and organization for complex patient with rapidly changing needs. Documentation exemplify adherence to the highest standards of practice. Anticipate and proactively plan for educational needs verified with patient and family throughout the hospital/outpatient stay and prior to discharge. Independently demonstrate the ability to adjust and organize assignment when asked to float throughout scheduled shift. Demonstrate caring in all encounters with patient and family as evidenced by feedback from parents and an increase in patient satisfaction scores. Safety Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance Organizational Accountabilities New Knowledge, Innovations, and Improvements Identify ways to improve operations through quality improvement and assist in implementation of solutions across critical care units. Identify self learning needs and take initiative to meet those needs. Keep knowledge base current with new information or changes that affect your ability to maintain competency in all critical care units. Ensure care is based on evidence with the literature and benchmarking. Organizational Commitment/Identification Partner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organization Committed to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differences Demonstrate personal and professional integrity Maintain confidentiality at all times Customer Service Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met Teamwork/Communication Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior Partner with all team members to achieve goals Receptive to others' ideas and opinions Performance Improvement/Problem-solving Contribute to a positive work environment Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment Cost Management/Financial Responsibility Use resources efficiently Search for less costly ways of doing things

A leading pediatric healthcare institution is seeking a Research Laboratory Director responsible for managing laboratory operations, mentoring staff, and driving innovative research initiatives. This role requires an M.D. or Ph.D. and 3 years of relevant experience. The director will represent the institution regionally and nationally, ensuring high research standards are met while seeking new revenue sources. Work is based in Washington, D.C., with a full-time schedule and significant responsibilities in research development. #J-18808-Ljbffr

PRN - Child Psych Specialist - (250003ED) Description Work Schedule: PRN - as needed Responsible for the implementation of nursing care for a child or group of children and their families from admission through discharge, under the direct supervision of the registered nurse. Qualifications Minimum Education Bachelor's degree is required, preference given to degrees in psychology or other human services field (Required) Required Skills/KnowledgeDisplay calm, accepting, problem solving attitude with patients and families Required Licenses and CertificationsBasic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS) (Required) Functional AccountabilitiesImplement Therapeutic MilieuImplement schedule of activities. Co-lead/lead patient groups. Implement individual Treatment Plans. Implement time outs and seclusion protocols. Maintain safety for patients, families and staff through continuous assessment and vigilant adherence to all safety protocols and plans. Assists patients with ADLsAssist with general hygiene, rest, activity, and nourishment. Work with patients to foster developmentally appropriate self care. Provide appropriate classroom accommodations for children with physical disabilities. Administer care to the medically ill child under the supervision of a registered nurse. Administers educational services to all children and adolescents hospitalized on the inpatient psychiatric unit Administer educational assessments. Provide individualized assignments for the patients based on their academic levels. Administer unit behavioral protocols in the classroom setting. SafetySpeak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance Primary Location: District of Columbia-WashingtonWork Locations: CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington 20010Job: Administrative Support / Customer ServiceOrganization: Ctr Neuroscience & Behav MedPosition Status: R (Regular) - O - PRNShift: VariableWork Schedule: D/E/N, one weekend per month Job Posting: Dec 17, 2025, 2:56:19 PMFull-Time Salary Range: 39353. 6 - 65582. 4

Minimum Education Bachelor's degree is required, preference given to degrees in psychology or other human services field (Required) Required Skills/Knowledge Display calm, accepting, problem solving attitude with patients and families Required Licenses and Certifications Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS) (Required) Functional Accountabilities Implement Therapeutic Milieu Implement schedule of activities. Co-lead/lead patient groups. Implement individual Treatment Plans. Implement time outs and seclusion protocols. Maintain safety for patients, families and staff through continuous assessment and vigilant adherence to all safety protocols and plans. Assists patients with ADLs Assist with general hygiene, rest, activity, and nourishment. Work with patients to foster developmentally appropriate self care. Provide appropriate classroom accommodations for children with physical disabilities. Administer care to the medically ill child under the supervision of a registered nurse. Administers educational services to all children and adolescents hospitalized on the inpatient psychiatric unit Administer educational assessments. Provide individualized assignments for the patients based on their academic levels. Administer unit behavioral protocols in the classroom setting. Safety Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance Work Schedule: PRN - as needed Responsible for the implementation of nursing care for a child or group of children and their families from admission through discharge, under the direct supervision of the registered nurse.

Join Our Team as a Patient and Family Experience Consultant! Are you passionate about enhancing patient experiences and driving quality improvement? We are seeking a dynamic individual with expertise in Press Ganey patient experience surveys, coaching skills, and a creative thinker when it comes to improvement strategies. As a Patient Experience Consultant, you will lead multidisciplinary improvement activities, collaborate with various departments, and ensure the highest quality outcomes for our patients and families. If you have a background in healthcare, a knack for data-driven decision-making, and a commitment to excellence, we want to hear from you! The Patient Experience Consultant leads, conducts and/or facilitates multidisciplinary improvement activities to ensure the highest quality patient experience outcomes for Children's National Hospital. A specialist in patient experience and patient and family-centered care, this position works in partnership with assigned teams and collaborates with other departments to ensure the organization meets or exceeds the patient experience goals as measured by voluntary surveys. Serves as a role model and authority utilizing a variety of performance improvement strategies. This individual will assist leadership across all service lines to improve patient experience scores. Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree Healthcare or Business related (Required) Master's Degree (Preferred) Minimum Work Experience 3 years healthcare related work (a Master's degree in Business, Healthcare, Nursing, or other related field may substitute for 3 years of required experience) (Required) 2 years hospital operations, performance improvement, or project management (Preferred) Required Skills/Knowledge Knowledge of the healthcare industry trends Knowledge of word processing and spread sheet software, quality improvement concepts, financial and data analysis Must be detail oriented, analytic, able to facilitate multidisciplinary improvement teams and negotiate conflict. Must be proficient in MS Office Suite; possess excellent interpersonal skills and excellent oral and written communication skills Functional Accountabilities Performance Improvement: Develops plan for completing required assessment, including project organization, data requirements, involved parties, resource requirements and timeline Provides consultation, team facilitation and leadership to clinical, medical, administrative and interdisciplinary teams regarding performance improvement (PI) methodologies; assisting teams in executing change, achieving desired outcomes, and spreading effective change and redesign Establishes and maintains collaborative working relationships and effective communication to facilitate improvements, fostering collaboration, partnership, innovation, customer service, and effective teamwork Establishes and maintains project implementation plans and project status reports Education Uses data to determine educational needs and program content then develops education plans to close identified knowledge and performance gaps. Trains staff and leaders through process assessment and redesign associated with experience strategy Mentors staff and leaders through training and project work. Responsible for successful closure of projects. Data Management Assists teams in collecting, aggregating then analyzing data, and developing realistic improvement plans. Collaborating with team members, develops metrics, data tools, and effective reports to facilitate decision-making and spur improvement. Creates measurements to fit processes that can be used to monitor effectiveness and further improvements. Organizational Accountabilities Organizational Commitment/Identification Partner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organization Committed to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differences Demonstrate personal and professional integrity Maintain confidentiality at all times Customer Service Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met Teamwork/Communication Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior Partner with all team members to achieve goals Receptive to others' ideas and opinions Performance Improvement/Problem-solving Contribute to a positive work environment Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment Safety Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance

Senior Manager Coding Audits & Education - 250003C0 - will work under the direction of the Director of Health Information Management, Coding and Audit to provide strategic and operational leadership for all organizational coding functions, including hospital technical coding (inpatient and outpatient), professional coding, coding quality audits, coding education, and coding denial management. This role ensures accurate, compliant, and timely coding to support optimal revenue cycle performance and high‑quality data reporting. The Senior Manager oversees a multidisciplinary coding team, drives performance improvement initiatives, and partners closely with clinical, revenue cycle, compliance, and financial leadership. The Senior Manager will be responsible for operational success and will assist the Director to define strategy and direction in accordance with national standards and CNH policies and procedures. Qualifications Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Health Administration, Health Information Management, Finance, or related field (Required) Master's Degree in Business Administration, Health Administration, Health Information Management, Finance, or related field (Preferred) Minimum Work Experience 7+ years of progressive coding experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role. Demonstrated expertise in hospital inpatient, outpatient, and professional coding. Experience managing coding QA programs, education functions, and denial reduction initiatives. Strong understanding of federal and payer regulations, documentation requirements, and revenue cycle workflows. Required Skills/Knowledge Strong understanding of coding processes, coding guidelines and their relation to the overall Revenue Cycle data flow/third party reimbursement. Ability to communicate professionally with physicians, third‑party payers and other organization members about coding principles and processes. Experience with 3M, Epic and/or Cerner Millennium. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated leadership and personnel management skills. Demonstrated change management skills. Maintains relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Commitment to compliance, accuracy, and high‑quality data reporting. Familiar with department budget and financial management, and personnel management. Familiarity with population health strategies, alternative payment models, and care coordination strategies (preferred). Required Licenses and Certifications Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) upon hire (Required) or Similar Medical Coding Certification(s) - CIC and/or CPC. Functional Accountabilities Strategic and Financial Planning - Contribute to the strategic plan for department services, including short‑term and long‑term objectives. Collect and analyze customer and stakeholder feedback, evaluate department effectiveness, and incorporate findings into plans. Work with Director, Vice President and other staff to develop ways to capture and report financial performance of the Department. Participate in financial planning and budget preparation. Work with Director to manage department budget to ensure financial stability of the department and develop recommendations to meet budget requirements. Work with financial personnel to monitor the financial performance of teams within the department to ensure compliance with budget; track, monitor, and evaluate budget for all line items. Leadership & Department Management - Provide operational oversight and day‑to‑day leadership of the entire department including technical coding (inpatient & outpatient), professional coding, coding edits, coding auditing, coding education, and coding denial management functions. Establish team structure, role definitions, and workload allocation to support high‑volume, high‑complexity services. Develop and implement department policies, workflows, and operational standards aligned with federal and state regulations, payer requirements, and organizational objectives. Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and performance management for coding analysts, coding auditors, coding educators, denial coding analysts. Coding Operations - Direct and maintain daily operations for inpatient, outpatient, surgical, and professional coding ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. Oversee accurate coding of unique and complex pediatric conditions, congenital anomalies, developmental diagnoses, and high‑acuity procedures. Ensure coding methodologies adhere to coding guidelines (including pediatric‑specific), payer rules, and Children's Hospital Association (CHA) best practices. Explore new methods to improve coding operations and work with various constituencies to gain acceptance and support implementation efforts. Communicate operational issues and progress toward goals to Director and others as appropriate. Audits and Coding - Develop and direct the organizational annual coding audit program, including internal audits, external audit response, and corrective action plans. Oversee routine retrospective and prospective professional and technical billing audits, specialized and focused audits, and other audits as directed by the Director. Oversee preparation of written reports of audit findings and recommendations to hospital leadership and staff as appropriate. Conduct risk assessments to define audit priorities by evaluating previous audit findings, management priorities, ICD and CPT code utilization patterns, national normative data, CMS and Medicaid initiatives, and healthcare industry best practices. Maintain knowledge of current government and third‑party payor coding and documentation requirements. Collaborate with Compliance and Internal Audit teams to address identified risks and support regulatory readiness. Analyze process improvement opportunities for auditing and coding teams to identify denial risks mid‑cycle. Triage and assist in management of requests that come from Revenue Cycle teams related to coding questions on coding guidelines and denials, escalating as needed, and conducting appropriate research. Coding Education and Staff Development - Provide direction related to all activities related to the training programs, including curriculum development, job aids, testing methodology, software and delivery, exam development/delivery, employee competency metrics, certifications and development needs. Research coding guidelines when conflicts arise within current policies and procedures. Research updated coding information as it becomes available annually and mid‑year; summarize and share changes impacting Revenue Integrity staff members. Develop and implement systems to monitor performance and quality of audits and educational materials. Develop and provide educational programs and coaching for auditors, denials analysts, and educators. Ensure staff maintain required certifications and stay current with industry changes. Coding Denial Management - Lead the coding denials management strategy, working closely with denials, CDI, and revenue integrity teams to reduce preventable coding‑related denials. Oversee analysis of denial trends, identify root causes, and implement corrective measures to protect revenue. Support accurate charge capture and documentation integrity initiatives. Cross‑Functional Collaboration - Partner with clinical documentation improvement (CDI), billing, compliance, finance, and IT to optimize workflows, documentation quality, and system functionality. Participate in system upgrades, EMR enhancements, and coding‑related software implementations. Serve as a subject‑matter expert to internal stakeholders on coding regulations, best practices, and emerging trends. Reporting and Performance Monitoring - Develop and maintain dashboards and KPIs related to coding productivity, accuracy, audit results, turnaround time, and denial performance. Provide executive‑level reporting incorporating case mix, acuity, and subspecialty complexities of a children's hospital. Monitor financial and operational impacts of coding initiatives and ensure alignment with organizational goals. Organizational Accountabilities Teamwork/Communication Performance Improvement/Problem‑solving Cost Management/Financial Responsibility Safety Primary Location Maryland - Silver Spring Work Locations Dorchester 12200 Plum Orchard Dr Silver Spring 20904 Job Details Position Status: R (Regular) - FT - Full‑Time Shift: Day Work Schedule: M‑F Full‑Time Salary Range 103,355.20 - 172,244.80 Children's National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The “Know Your Rights” poster is available here: and the pay transparency policy is available here: Know Your Rights Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster. Please note that it is the policy of Children's National Hospital to ensure a “drug‑free” work environment: a workplace free from the illegal use, possession or distribution of controlled substances (as defined in the Controlled Substances Act), or the misuse of legal substances by all staff (management, employees and contractors). Though recreational and medical marijuana are now legal in the District of Columbia, Children's National and its affiliates maintain the right, in accordance with our policy, to enforce a drug‑free workplace, including prohibiting recreational or prescribed marijuana. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Minimum Education Master's Degree Art Therapy or a related field with an emphasis in Art Therapy. (Required) Required Skills/Knowledge Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to relate to diverse patient populations. Sensitivity to individuals from varied backgrounds and cultures. Competency with age-specific needs from childhood through young adulthood. Required Licenses and Certifications Registered Art Therapist (ATR) or Board-Certified Registered Art Therapist (ATR-BC) issued by the Art Therapy Credentials Board. (Preferred) Registered Art Therapist Provisional (ATR-P) (Required) Functional Accountabilities Program Development Work with patients, families, and staff to understand the needs of assigned inpatient and outpatient population in relation to an art therapy program. Develop a vision, set goals and priorities; help to develop appropriate documentation standards to reflect art therapy assessments and interventions; help develop materials to explain and promote the Program; help design measures to evaluate effectiveness of the Program. Work with CNH Foundation and other hospital departments to promote the Program internally and externally as appropriate. Assist with activities to fund the Program (grant writing, support for fund raising activities). Maintain organized records, statistics, and surveys of the program. Participate in development of student training program. Art Therapy Patient Services Meet individual patients and parents/guardians to explain art therapy program, invite participation, and answer questions. Assess individual and/or group needs and identify goals based on assessment. Develop and implement art therapy interventions for individuals and groups as appropriate to promote emotional well-being and provide a healing environment. Design and provide individual and group art activities and evaluate outcome. Document interventions in patient medical records according to standards developed for art therapy documentation Obtain and maintain an age appropriate and safe selection and quantity of art supplies, equipment, and other materials for the program. Collaboration Participate as an active member of Patient and Family Support Program to integrate art therapy programs with other psychosocial services. Participate actively in departmental rounds and psychosocial rounds to insure coordinated care for patients and families. Foster communication with hospital staff and collaborate in staff support efforts Collaborate with relevant departmental and hospital staff to address patient or systemic problems that arise. Training and Research Orient, train, supervise, and evaluate art therapy graduate students, interns and volunteers, as appropriate. Safety Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance.