Per Diem Respiratory Therapist - Day Shift, Critical Care

Select Specialty Hospital; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive orientation program

Opportunities for full-time roles

401k eligibility after 1,000 hours

Support for emotional well-being

Job summary

A critical illness recovery hospital in Tucson, Arizona, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for Per Diem/PRN shifts. This role is vital in delivering compassionate care to critically ill patients, performing responsibilities like evaluating treatment plans and providing respiratory care. Candidates must hold an Active CRT or RRT credential and possess Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications. Opportunities for advancement and supportive benefits available.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Skills

Active CRT or RRT credential

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Experience in respiratory care

Education

College transcript/diploma or equivalent

Job description

A critical illness recovery hospital in Tucson, Arizona, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for Per Diem/PRN shifts. This role is vital in delivering compassionate care to critically ill patients, performing responsibilities like evaluating treatment plans and providing respiratory care. Candidates must hold an Active CRT or RRT credential and possess Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications. Opportunities for advancement and supportive benefits available.