Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem- Night Shift

Select Specialty Hospital; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 49,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $5,000.00

401k eligibility after 1,000 hours

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital in Saginaw, MI is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for per diem/PRN coverage. The role requires evaluating patients, delivering respiratory care, and developing treatment plans in a high-acuity setting.

Qualified candidates hold NBRC CRT or RRT credentials, BLS, state licensure, and ACLS upon hire. The position offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus and hourly compensation of $43.00. Per diem schedule may apply.

Qualifications

• Must possess active NBRC CRT or RRT credential.
• Proof of graduation required: college transcript/diploma (preferred) or high school transcript/diploma or GED.
• 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)

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.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

NBRC CRT/RRT credential

Graduation proof (diploma/ transcripts)

BLS certification

State licensure

ACLS upon hire

Job description

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

Location: Saginaw, MI

Schedule: 7a-730pm

Compensation: $43.00 per hour

Sign On Bonus: $5,000.00

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 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.
• 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.