Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

SSM Health; Middleburg Heights (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Per Diem Respiratory Therapist (RT) for its critical illness recovery hospital. The role involves evaluating patients, providing respiratory care, and engaging in quality improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will hold an active CRT or RRT credential along with essential BLS and ACLS certifications, making a significant impact on patient recovery in a compassionate environment.

Benefits

Extensive RT orientation program

Opportunity for Advancement to full-time

Being part of a large committed team

Qualifications

• Active CRT/RRT credential from NBRC is required.
• BLS certification by start date is mandatory.
• Current state licensure and ACLS upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans.
• Providing respiratory care to patients with critical conditions.
• Inserting/removing endotracheal tubes.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Respiratory Care

Quality Improvement

Patient Teaching

Education

Active 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:Regency Hospital - Cleveland West

Schedule: Per Diem, Nights

Regency Hospitalis 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