Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

Select Medical; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) on a per diem basis at a critical illness recovery hospital. The role involves evaluating patients, providing respiratory care, and ensuring quality improvement. Join a dedicated team committed to exceptional patient care, with opportunities for advancement and a supportive orientation program.

Benefits

Extensive RT orientation program

Opportunity for Advancement

Team of over 44,000 committed professionals

Qualifications

• Must possess 'Active' CRT or RRT credential from the NBRC.
• Possess BLS certification by start date.
• Current state licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and recommending an appropriate treatment plan.
• Providing respiratory care to patients with critical conditions.
• Performing insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes.

Skills

Evaluation

Respiratory Care

Teaching

Continuous Quality Improvement

Education

Active CRT or RRT credential

Basic Life Support (BLS)

ACLS certification

Job description

Overview

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

Location: Select Specialty Hospital - Laurel Highlands (located inside Latrobe Hospital)

Schedule: 7-7, days and nights varyCompensation: $33.00 per hour, plus competitive shift differentials for nights and weekends

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 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