Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

SSM Health; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and dedicated team at a critical illness recovery hospital, where you will play a vital role in providing exceptional respiratory care to patients in need. As a Respiratory Therapist (RT), you will benefit from extensive orientation and opportunities for advancement in a supportive environment. Your skills and dedication will make a significant impact on the lives of patients during their recovery journey. This position offers flexible PRN shifts, allowing you to contribute to a team of over 44,000 professionals committed to delivering world-class care.

Qualifications

• Active CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required by start date.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and recommend appropriate treatment plans.
• Provide respiratory care to patients with critical and complex conditions.
• Teach and counsel patients and families.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Respiratory Care

Endotracheal Tube Management

Quality Improvement

Patient Counseling

Education

CRT or RRT Credential

Basic Life Support (BLS)

ACLS Certification

Job description

Overview

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

Location: Knoxville, Tennessee

Schedule: PRN AM 12 hour shifts

SSH-Knoxville 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.

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans