Respiratory Therapist New Grad Full-Time

Select Medical; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus: $15,000

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital - St. Charles, MO is seeking a New Graduate Respiratory Therapist (RT) for full-time day or night shifts. Compensation ranges from $35.30 to $47.50 per hour, with additional night/weekend differentials.

The role includes a 13-week paid preceptorship for new grads, emphasizing hands-on guidance and clinical excellence. The hospital provides a critical illness recovery focus with a strong patient-care mission, welcoming new grads ready to grow in a supportive,

Qualifications

• NBRC credential (CRT or RRT) required.
• Proof of graduation from RT program (transcript/diploma).
• BLS certification by start date.
• Current state licensure required.
• ACLS 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 NBRC credential (CRT/RRT)

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Current state licensure

Education

Graduated from accredited RT program

Job description

Overview

Position: New Graduate - Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Location: Select Specialty Hospital - St. Charles, MO

Schedule: Full-Time Day or Night 5:30pm-6am/5:30a-6pCompensation: $35.30-$47.50/Based on experience

Competitive shift differentials for nights $5 and weekends $3.50

• Sign-On Bonus: $15,000 NO COMMITMENT/REPAYMENT

New Grad Program:Our new grad RT program is a 13 week paid preceptorship where you will be 1:1 with a skilled instructor! This is for new grads and those with less than 1 year post-grad experience.

Select Specialty Hospitalis 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.

Why Join Us:

• Start Strong:Extensive Respiratory Therapist (RT) orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities
• Your Impact Matters: 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.

Qualifications

Minimum 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.

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans