Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

Select Medical; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Select Medical in Orlando, FL is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for per diem/PRN roles with day or night availability. Compensation is $40.00 per hour. The RT will evaluate patients, provide respiratory care, perform airway management, and contribute to quality improvement.

Active NBRC credential, BLS, state licensure, ACLS upon hire are required, with 1 year of experience preferred. This role offers flexible per diem opportunities within a 44,000+ strong care team committed to exceptional

Qualifications

• Active NBRC credential (CRT or RRT) required.
• BLS certification required by start date.
• Current state licensure required.
• ACLS required upon hire (agency RT must have ACLS on first shift).
• Preferred: 1 year of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and recommend an appropriate treatment plan.
• Provide respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical and surgical conditions.
• Perform insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes.
• Promote continuous quality improvement.
• Teach and counsel patients/families.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Active NBRC credential (CRT/RRT)

BLS certification

Current state licensure

ACLS upon hire

Education

Transcript/ Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

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

Location: Orlando, FL

Schedule: Per Diem / PRN, Day or Night AvailableCompensation: $40.00 per hour

Our 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 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.
• 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