Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

Select Specialty Hospital; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus of $7,500

Employee assistance program

401k eligibility for part-time positions

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Kansas City, KS. This PRN, per diem position offers $36.00 per hour, with additional competitive shift differentials for nights and weekends. In this role, you will provide respiratory care to patients with critical medical conditions and help guide them to recovery.

Minimum requirements include an active CRT or RRT credential, BLS certification, and current state licensure. Join us to make a significant impact on patient care.

Qualifications

• Must possess an active CRT or RRT credential from NBRC.
• Proof of graduation required: college transcript/diploma (preferred).
• Current state licensure is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans.
• Providing respiratory care to critical patients.
• Performing insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes.
• Teaching and counseling patients/families.

Skills

Active CRT or RRT credential

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Related experience

Education

College diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position

Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Location

Kansas City, KS

Schedule

PRN, Per Diem; 12-hour shifts

Compensation

$36.00 per hour + competitive shift differentials for nights and weekends

Sign On Bonus

$7,500.00

About the Hospital

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 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. We also offer our employee assistance program to part time employees.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.
• 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.

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.