Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem, Days

Select Medical; Oxford (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading critical illness recovery hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Oxford, FL. The role involves providing compassionate respiratory care to patients and may lead to full-time opportunities. Competitive compensation of $40/hr and a sign-on bonus of $2,500 are offered, along with extensive orientation to ensure a smooth transition.

Benefits

Competitive shift differentials for weekends

Opportunity for Advancement

Extensive RT orientation program

Qualifications

• Must have an active CRT or RRT credential from NBRC.
• BLS certification by start date is required.
• Current state licensure and ACLS certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and recommending appropriate treatment plans.
• Providing respiratory care for complex medical conditions.
• Performing insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Respiratory Care

Quality Improvement

Teaching

Counseling

Education

Active CRT or RRT credential

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Current state licensure

ACLS certification

Job description

Overview

Position: Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Location: Oxford, FL

Schedule: PRN/Per-diem, Days (7a-7p)Compensation: $40.00/hr.

- Competitive shift differentials for weekends

Increased Sign-on Bonus! $2,500

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 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.