Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

Select Specialty Hospital San Antonio Inc.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital OKC is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for per diem/PRN night shifts. The role focuses on evaluating patients and delivering respiratory care to critically ill adults, including those with complex medical and surgical conditions.

You will work in a high-acuity setting, providing endotracheal tube management, adhering to ACLS and BLS requirements, and contributing to ongoing quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Must possess Active NBRC CRT or RRT credential.
• Proof of graduation required: college transcript/diploma preferred or HS transcript/GED.
• BLS certification by start date.
• Current state licensure is required.
• ACLS is 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

Active NBRC CRT or RRT

BLS certification

State licensure

Education

Transcript/ diploma (college preferred) or high school transcript/ GED

Job description

Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Per Diem/ PRN

Select Specialty Hospital OKC

PRN Night Shift

$39.00 per hour

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 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.