Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

Select Medical; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading critical illness recovery hospital in Tulsa as a Respiratory Therapist (RT) on a per diem basis. The role involves evaluating patients, providing respiratory care, and promoting quality improvement. Ideal candidates will have necessary certifications and a passion for patient care.

Benefits

Extensive Orientation Program

Opportunities for Advancement

Qualifications

• Active CRT or RRT credential required.
• BLS certification needed by start date.
• ACLS required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans.
• Providing respiratory care to critically ill patients.
• Teaching and counseling patients and families.

Skills

Patient Care

Quality Improvement

Teaching

Education

CRT or RRT Credential

Basic Life Support (BLS)

ACLS Certification

Job description

Overview

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

Location: Tulsa, Ok

Schedule: Per Diem/As Needed 12 Hour Shifts, Day and Night Shift Available

Select Specialty Hospital-Tulsais 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 Respiratory Therapist (RT) 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
• 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.
• 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