Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

Select Medical; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $7,500

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital in Kansas City, KS is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) to work PRN/Per Diem with 12-hour shifts. Compensation starts at $36.00 per hour with competitive night/weekend differentials and a $7,500 sign-on bonus.

The team supports a world-class inpatient post-ICU care setting. You will evaluate patients, deliver respiratory care for critical and complex conditions, and participate in ongoing quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Active NBRC CRT or RRT credential or state equivalent.
• Proof of graduation (transcript/diploma or GED).
• Current state licensure required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.
• ACLS certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and recommending an appropriate treatment plan.
• Providing respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical conditions.
• Insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes.
• Promoting continuous quality improvement.
• Teaching and counseling patients/families.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Active NBRC CRT or RRT credential (or state equivalent)

Proof of graduation (transcript/diploma or GED)

Current state licensure

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Overview

Position: Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Location: Kansas City, KS

Schedule: PRN, Per Diem; 12-hour shiftsCompensation: $36.00 per hour + competitive shift differentials for nights and weekends

Sign On Bonus: $7,500.00

Select Specialty hospitalis 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

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