Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem Tier 2 - Nights

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. Located at Select Specialty Hospital - Columbus South (South High Street). This is a Per Diem/PRN position. Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.

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 skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities.
• Foster well‑being: benefits that support financial, work/life and emotional well‑being of you and your family members.
• Part‑time/Per Diem positions eligible for 401(k) after reaching 1,000 hours within the first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.
• Employee assistance program available to part‑time employees.