Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

Select Medical; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital in Evansville, IN is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) on a PRN/per diem schedule with day and night shifts available. Compensation starts at $40.00 per hour with night/weekend differentials and a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

The role emphasizes acute inpatient post-ICU care and compassionate patient support, with extensive orientation and potential advancement opportunities. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, delivering respiratory therapies for complex

Qualifications

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

NBRC CRT/RRT

BLS Certification

State Licensure

ACLS upon hire

Job description

Overview

Position: Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Location: Evansville, IN

Schedule: PRN/ Per Diem - Day and Night Shifts available

Compensation: Now offering $40.00 per hour +

(Competitive shift differentials for nights & weekends)

Sign-on Bonus: $5,000

Select Specialty Hospital 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.