Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

SSM Health; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Memphis is seeking a Per Diem Respiratory Therapist to provide exceptional respiratory care in a critical illness recovery setting. This role involves evaluating patients, implementing treatment plans, and assisting patients through various complex medical conditions. Join a dedicated team that values exceptional patient care and offers opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Extensive orientation program

Potential for full-time opportunities

Impact on patient care

Qualifications

• Active CRT or RRT credential required.
• BLS certification needed by start date.
• Current state licensure is mandatory.
• ACLS certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans.
• Providing care for patients with complex medical conditions.
• Performing procedures like endotracheal tube management.

Skills

Evaluating patients

Providing respiratory care

Teaching and counseling

Promoting quality improvement

Education

CRT or RRT credential from NBRC

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Current state licensure

ACLS certification

Job description

Overview

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

Location: Memphis, TN

Schedule: PRN / 12-Hour Shifts / Days and Nights AvailableCompensation: $35 per hour

Select Specialty Hospital - Memphis, TNis 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