Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem Dayshift

Select Medical; Mount Clemens (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join their team. This role is crucial in providing exceptional care to patients recovering from critical illnesses. You will be responsible for evaluating patients, delivering respiratory treatments, and supporting families through education and counseling. With a strong commitment to quality improvement and patient-centered care, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of patients during their recovery journey. Join a team of over 44,000 professionals dedicated to excellence in healthcare and enjoy a supportive environment that fosters growth and advancement.

Benefits

$5000 Sign On Bonus

Competitive shift differentials for nights and weekends

Extensive orientation program

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• Must possess an active CRT or RRT credential from the NBRC.
• BLS certification is required by start date.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and recommend treatment plans.
• Provide respiratory care to critically ill patients.
• Teach and counsel patients and their families.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Patient Evaluation

Endotracheal Tube Management

Quality Improvement

Patient Education

Education

Active CRT or RRT credential

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Overview

Critical Illness Recovery Hospital

Location: Select Specialty Hospital Macomb

Respiratory Therapist (RRT & CRT) - PRN Dayshift

Hours: 7:00 am - 7:30 pm

$5000 Sign On Bonus

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.