Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

Select Specialty Hospital; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital - Laurel Highlands in Latrobe, PA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for per diem night shifts. The role supports critical illness recovery patients and requires active NBRC credential, state licensure, BLS, and ACLS upon hire.

Compensation includes $33.00 per hour plus night/weekend differentials. You will evaluate patients, recommend treatment plans, provide respiratory care for complex conditions, and participate in quality improvements.

Qualifications

• Active respiratory therapy credentials NBRC or state equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required by start date.
• Current state licensure is required.
• ACLS 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

Patient assessment

Care planning

Education & counseling

Education

NBRC credential

BLS certification

State licensure

ACLS certification

Job description

Position: Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Per Diem/ PRN Location: Select Specialty Hospital - Laurel Highlands (Latrobe, PA) Schedule: Per Diem, Night Shift, 7-7 Compensation: $33.00 per hour, plus shift differentials for nights and weekends Sign On Bonus: $5,000 Our 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.
• 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.