Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

Select Medical; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital in Tallahassee, FL is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for per diem days (7am-7pm). The role offers $38 per hour and a chance to contribute to critical care patients with a supportive team.

Must have active CRT or RRT NBRC, BLS by start date, current state license, and ACLS on hire; 1 year of related experience preferred and part-time/per diem status with potential for full-time opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active CRT or RRT credential from NBRC or state equivalent.
• Proof of graduation: college transcript/diploma or HS 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.
• Inserting and removing endotracheal tubes as needed.
• Promoting continuous quality improvement.
• Teaching and counseling patients and families.

Skills

Active NBRC CRT/RRT

BLS certification

State licensure

ACLS upon hire

1 year experience (preferred)

Education

Transcript/ Diploma (college or HS)

Job description

Overview

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

Location:Tallahassee, FL

Schedule: PRN, days (7am-7pm)Compensation: $38 per hour

Select Specialty 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

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