Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem DAY

Select Specialty Hospital; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 45,460 - 64,747; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive RT orientation program

Opportunity for Advancement

Team of dedicated professionals

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital in Orlando is seeking a Per Diem Respiratory Therapist (RT) to evaluate patients and provide compassionate respiratory care. This role is crucial for helping critically ill patients recover, and it offers the flexibility of a PRN schedule.

The ideal candidate must hold active CRT or RRT credentials, BLS certification, and current state licensure. Join a dedicated team making a significant impact on patient care with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Active CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care or state equivalent.
• 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.
• Performing insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes.
• Promoting continuous quality improvement.
• Teaching and counseling patients/families.

Skills

Active CRT or RRT credential

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Current state licensure

ACLS certification

Patient evaluation

Job description

Position

Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Per Diem/ PRN

Location

Orlando, FL

Schedule

PRN - DAY Shift

Pay Rate

$40.00 per hour plus shift differential

Company

Select Specialty Hospital - Orlando Central 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 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.

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.