Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

Location: Newport News, VA

About the role

Our hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives—and Respiratory Therapists (RT) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and recommending an appropriate treatment plan.
• Providing respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical and surgical conditions.
• Performing insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes.
• Promoting continuous quality improvement.
• Teaching and counseling patients/families.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must possess "Active" CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent.
• Proof of graduation required: college transcript/diploma (preferred) or high school transcript/diploma or GED.
• Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.
• Current state licensure is required.
• ACLS is required upon hire (agency RT must have ACLS upon first shift).

Qualifications

• One (1) year of related experience is preferred.

Benefits

• Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Opportunity for advancement—demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities.
• Benefits supporting financial, work/life, and emotional well-being for you and your family members.
• Part-time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.

Pay

$45.00 per hour

Sign-on bonus: $2,500

Schedule

Per Diem (Days & Nights Available)