PRN Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care

Select Medical; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital - Savannah in Savannah, GA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for Per Diem/PRN coverage. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, providing respiratory care to those with critical medical and surgical conditions, and assisting with endotracheal tube management.

Must have Active CRT or RRT credentials from NBRC or state equivalent, plus BLS. ACLS is required on hire; state licensure and graduation proof are also required.

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.
• BLS certification required by start date.
• Current state licensure required.
• ACLS required upon hire; agency RT must have ACLS on first shift.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

NBRC credential

BLS certification

State licensure

ACLS on hire

Education

College transcript/diploma preferred

High school transcript/diploma or GED

Job description

Select Specialty Hospital - Savannah in Savannah, GA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for Per Diem/PRN coverage. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, providing respiratory care to those with critical medical and surgical conditions, and assisting with endotracheal tube management.

Must have Active CRT or RRT credentials from NBRC or state equivalent, plus BLS. ACLS is required on hire; state licensure and graduation proof are also required.