Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

Select Medical; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive orientation program

Potential full-time opportunities

401k eligibility after 1,000 hours

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital - Omaha in Omaha, NE is hiring a Respiratory Therapist for PRN/ Per Diem shifts (12-hour) with days and nights available. The role offers $39.00 per hour and a $5,000 sign-on bonus, along with comprehensive orientation and potential for future full-time opportunities.

The RT will assess patients, provide advanced respiratory care, manage endotracheal tubes as needed, and participate in quality improvement while supporting families and the care team in a high-acuity

Qualifications

• Active CRT or RRT credential from NBRC or state equivalent.
• Proof of graduation required: college transcript/diploma (preferred) or high school transcript/diploma or GED.
• Basic Life Support (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

CRT/RRT credential

BLS certification

State licensure

ACLS certification

Job description

Overview

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

Location: Omaha, NE

Schedule: PRN/ 12-hour shifts / Days and Nights availableCompensation: $39.00 per hour/ $5,000 sign-bonus

Select Specialty Hospital - Omahais 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-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. We also offer our employee assistance program to part time employees.
• 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.
• 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.

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans