Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem Day or Night

Select Specialty Hospital San Antonio Inc.; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k eligibility after 1,000 hours

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital - Jackson is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for per diem/PRN shifts (12-hour day or night). You will evaluate patients, provide advanced respiratory care, and contribute to treatment plans for critically ill patients recovering from traumatic illnesses and surgeries.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient care in an inpatient setting. The position requires NBRC CRT or RRT credentials, state licensure, and BLS by start date; ACLS is often expected upon hire depending

Qualifications

• NBRC CRT or RRT credential required.
• Current state licensure required.
• BLS certification required by start date.
• College transcript/diploma preferred

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and recommend appropriate treatment plans.
• Provide respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical/surgical conditions.
• Perform insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes as needed.
• Promote continuous quality improvement in patient care.
• Teach and counsel patients and families.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Critical thinking

Education

NBRC CRT or RRT credential

BLS certification

Job description

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

Location: Select Specialty Hospital - Jackson

Schedule: Day or Night available -12 hour shifts

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. We also offer our employee assistance program to part time employees.


• 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.