Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem DAY

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. 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.
• 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.

Skills

• Compassion
• Excellent communication skills
• Continuous quality improvement mindset

Benefits

• Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well-being of you and your family members.

Pay

$42.00 per hour (Competitive shift differentials for nights and weekends)

Schedule

DAY shift (7a - 7p) - PRN/As Needed