Respiratory Therapist - Full-time Dayshift

Select Specialty Hospital; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 59,236; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive RT orientation program

Tuition reimbursement

Clinical ladder program

Student debt benefit program

Generous PTO

Comprehensive medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

A critical illness recovery hospital in Saginaw, Michigan is looking for a full-time Respiratory Therapist. The role involves evaluating patients, providing respiratory care, and managing endotracheal tubes. Successful candidates will need a CRT or RRT credential and BLS certification. The position offers generous benefits and a dedicated team environment.

Qualifications

• Active CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care or state equivalent.
• Proof of graduation (college transcript/diploma; high school transcript/diploma or GED).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.
• Current state licensure.
• ACLS certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and recommend appropriate treatment plans.
• Provide respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical and surgical conditions.
• Insert and remove endotracheal tubes.
• Promote continuous quality improvement.
• Teach and counsel patients and families.

Skills

Evaluating patients

Providing respiratory care

Endotracheal tube management

Promoting quality improvement

Patient and family education

Education

Active CRT or RRT credential from NBRC

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

ACLS certification within 6 months of hire

Job description

Respiratory Therapist – Full‑time Dayshift

Critical Illness Recovery Hospital
Location: Saginaw, Michigan – Select Specialty Hospital – Saginaw
Hours: 7:00 am – 7:30 pm
Pay: Up to $43.00 per hour (based on experience)
Competitive shift differentials for nights and weekends

Select Specialty Hospital Saginaw is a critical‑illness recovery hospital that provides world‑class inpatient post‑ICU services to chronically ill patients requiring extended healing and recovery. Respiratory Therapists play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment at every step.

Benefits

• Extensive RT orientation program
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities
• Clinical ladder program
• Student debt benefit program
• Generous PTO for full‑time team members
• Comprehensive medical, Rx, vision, and dental benefits for full‑time team members
• Company‑matching 401(k) retirement plan and life and disability protection for full‑time team members
• Opportunity to join a team of over 44,000 dedicated to patient care

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and recommend appropriate treatment plans.
• Provide respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical and surgical conditions.
• Insert and remove endotracheal tubes.
• Promote continuous quality improvement.
• Teach and counsel patients and families.

Minimum Requirements

• Active CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent.
• Proof of graduation (college transcript/diploma; high school transcript/diploma or GED).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.
• Current state licensure.
• ACLS certification within 6 months of hire (Agency RT must have ACLS upon first shift; PRN staff must have ACLS upon hire).

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of related experience.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Health Care Provider (Hospitals & Health Care)