Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

SSM Health; Willingboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Respiratory Therapist (RT) on a per diem basis, where your expertise will be crucial in delivering compassionate care to critically ill patients. This role offers a flexible schedule with 12-hour shifts, allowing you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those during their recovery journey. With a strong support system and opportunities for advancement, you will be part of a dedicated team committed to exceptional patient care. If you are passionate about respiratory therapy and want to work in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Extensive orientation program

Opportunity for advancement

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and recommend treatment plans.
• Provide respiratory care for critical medical conditions.
• Teach and counsel patients and families.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Patient Evaluation

Endotracheal Tube Management

Quality Improvement

Patient Counseling

Education

CRT or RRT credential

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

ACLS certification

Job description

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

Location: Willingboro, NJ

Schedule: 12-Hour Shift (Day Shift or Night Shift)Compensation: $48.00 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.

Select Specialty Hospital - Willingboro is a 69 bed facility employing over 180 caregivers in the greater Philadelphia area.

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

• 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