Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

Select Medical; Fort Thomas (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive orientation program

Opportunities for advancement

401k eligibility after 1,000 hours

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital - Northern Kentucky in Fort Thomas, KY is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for Per Diem shifts. The role involves 12-hour day/night shifts and $42.00 per hour compensation.

Responsibilities include evaluating patients, delivering critical respiratory care, managing endotracheal tubes, and contributing to quality improvement. Qualifications include NBRC credentials, BLS, active licensure, and ACLS on hire.

Qualifications

• Active NBRC CRT or RRT credential required.
• BLS certification required by start date.
• Current state licensure required.
• ACLS required upon hire for agency RTs.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and recommend an appropriate treatment plan.
• Provide respiratory care to patients with critical and complex conditions.
• Insert and remove endotracheal tubes as needed.
• Promote continuous quality improvement in care.
• Teach and counsel patients and families.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Active NBRC CRT/RRT

BLS certification

State licensure

ACLS on hire

Education

State licensure

ACLS certification (on hire)

College transcript or diploma

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Position: Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Per Diem/ PRN

Location: Fort Thomas, KY - Inside of St. Elizabeth's Hospital

Schedule: PRN/Per Diem/As Needed - 12 Hour Shifts - Day Shift 7:00a-7:00p & Night Shift 7:00p-7:00a

Compensation: $42.00 per Hour

Select Specialty Hospital - Northern Kentucky 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 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
• Foster Well-being: We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well-being of you and your family members. Part time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.
• 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. (Agency RT must have ACLS upon first shift)

Preferred qualifications

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

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Location : Location US-KY-Fort Thomas

Job ID 374484

Position Type Per Diem

Experience (Years) 1

Category Respiratory Therapy - Respiratory Therapist

Company Select Specialty Hospital - Northern Kentucky