Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

SSM Health; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 66,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for a per diem position at their critical illness recovery hospital. In this vital role, you will care for patients with complex medical conditions, providing essential support during their recovery. Join a dedicated team focused on delivering exceptional patient care, with opportunities for advancement and a comprehensive orientation program to ensure your success.

Benefits

Extensive orientation program

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• Must possess 'Active' CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• BLS certification required by start date.
• Current state licensure is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans.
• Performing respiratory care for critical patients.
• Teaching and counseling patients/families.

Skills

Evaluating patients

Providing respiratory care

Teaching and counseling

Continuous quality improvement

Education

Active CRT or RRT credential

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Current state licensure

ACLS upon hire

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

Sign On Bonus: $5,000

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