Critical Care Respiratory Therapist | Per Diem Day Shift

Select Medical; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Orientation program

Advancement opportunities

Well-being benefits

401k after 1000 hours

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital Birmingham is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for PRN day shifts in Birmingham, AL. The RT will evaluate patients, provide respiratory care for critically ill patients, and assist with endotracheal tube management and patient education.

Responsibilities include promoting quality improvement and teaching families, with opportunities for advancement and a comprehensive orientation program. Regular part-time/per diem structure with benefits eligibility after meeting hours.

Qualifications

• Must possess Active CRT or RRT credential from NBRC or state equivalent.
• Proof of graduation required: college transcript/diploma (preferred) or high school transcript/diploma or GED.
• Must hold BLS certification by start date.
• Current state licensure is required.
• ACLS is required upon hire.

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.

Skills

Active credential

BLS certification

State licensure

Education

NBRC CRT/RRT credential

High school diploma or college transcript

ACLS upon hire

Job description

Select Specialty Hospital Birmingham is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for PRN day shifts in Birmingham, AL. The RT will evaluate patients, provide respiratory care for critically ill patients, and assist with endotracheal tube management and patient education.

Responsibilities include promoting quality improvement and teaching families, with opportunities for advancement and a comprehensive orientation program. Regular part-time/per diem structure with benefits eligibility after meeting hours.