Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

Select Medical; Fort Thomas (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Orientation program

Advancement opportunities

401k eligibility after 1,000 hours

Job summary

Select Medical in Fort Thomas, KY, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for PRN/Per Diem shifts at Saint Elizabeth's Hospital. The role offers 12-hour day or night shifts with compensation of $42.00 per hour and orientation and advancement opportunities.

Join a large, committed team delivering excellent patient care in a hospital setting. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, providing critical respiratory care, and teaching families.

Qualifications

• Must possess Active NBRC CRT or RRT credential.
• Proof of graduation required: college transcript/diploma or high school diploma or GED.
• Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.
• Current state licensure is required.
• ACLS is 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

NBRC CRT

NBRC RRT

BLS Certification

ACLS

State Licensure

Education

College transcript/diploma

GED or high school diploma

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-7:00aCompensation: $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