Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

SSM Health; Bristol (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Bristol, Tennessee is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist (RT) for PRN night shifts. This role is vital in delivering compassionate respiratory care to critically ill patients, with opportunities for advancement and a supportive orientation program. Join a team committed to exceptional patient care.

Benefits

Extensive orientation program

Opportunity for advancement

Impactful patient care

Qualifications

• Active CRT or RRT credential from NBRC or state equivalent required.
• BLS certification by start date.
• Current state licensure is mandatory.
• ACLS required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans.
• Providing respiratory care to patients with critical conditions.
• Inserting and removing endotracheal tubes.
• Promoting continuous quality improvement.
• Teaching and counseling patients and families.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Respiratory Care

Quality Improvement

Teaching and Counseling

Education

Active CRT or RRT credential

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Current state licensure

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Job description

Overview

Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Bristol, Tennessee 37620

PRN Nights 7:00 P.M. -7:00 A.M.

Select Specialty Hospital-TriCities is 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.
• Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.
• Current state licensure is required.
• ACLS is required upon hire. (Agency RT must have ACLS upon first shift)

Preferred qualifications:

• One (1) year of related experience is preferred.