Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem Dayshift

Select Medical; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and dedicated team at a critical illness recovery hospital where your role as a Respiratory Therapist will be pivotal in providing exceptional care to patients recovering from serious medical conditions. With a strong commitment to quality improvement and patient education, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of those in need. Enjoy a supportive environment with a comprehensive orientation program and potential for advancement. If you are passionate about patient care and ready to take your career to the next level, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Extensive orientation program

Opportunity for advancement

Competitive shift differentials

Qualifications

• Active CRT or RRT credential required from NBRC or state equivalent.
• BLS certification required by start date.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and recommend appropriate treatment plans.
• Provide respiratory care to patients with complex conditions.
• Teach and counsel patients and families.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Patient Evaluation

Teaching and Counseling

Quality Improvement

Education

CRT or RRT credential

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Overview

Critical Illness Recovery Hospital

Location: Detroit, Michigan (Select Specialty Hospital – NW Detroit)

Respiratory Therapist (RT) - PRN Dayshift

Pay: $41.00 per hour

Competitive shift differentials for nights and weekends

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.
• Performing 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

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.