Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

Select Specialty Hospital; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital – North Knoxville (Powell) is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for per diem/PRN shifts. The role involves evaluating patients, providing respiratory care for critical and complex cases, and supporting the care team in treatment planning and procedures.

The position requires NBRC credentials (CRT or RRT) with BLS by start date and ACLS on hire, current state licensure, and a transcript or diploma.

Qualifications

• Active CRT or RRT credential from NBRC or state equivalent.
• Proof of graduation with transcript/diploma or GED.
• BLS certification by start date.
• Current state licensure.
• ACLS 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 credential

BLS certification

State licensure

ACLS on hire

Education

Transcript or diploma or GED

Job description

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

Location: Select Specialty Hospital - North Knoxville (Powell)

Schedule: PRN Days or Nights, 12 hour shift

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-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.