Respiratory Therapist Per Diem Night Shift- Samaritan Hospital

Trinity Health; United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

Trinity Health's Samaritan Hospital is seeking a Per Diem Night Shift Respiratory Therapist to provide patient-focused care in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Responsibilities include assessment, treatment, diagnostics, airway management, and patient education; establish care plans and monitor patients across ages while aligning with policy and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• Current New York State RT license.
• Per Diem position; compensation paid as base hourly rate.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with pulmonary disorders.
• Perform diagnostic tests and manage cardiopulmonary equipment.
• Assist with airway management including intubation and extubation as needed.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care and safety.
• Document patient progress and respond to changes in condition.

Skills

Assessment of patients

Airway management

Respiratory procedures

Patient education

Education

Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Night Shift Description: Respiratory Therapist – Samaritan Hospital If you are looking for a Per Diem Night shift Respiratory Therapist position to meet your schedule, this could be your opportunity. Here at St. Peter's Health Partner's, we care for more people in more places.

Position Highlights:

• Quality of Life: Where career opportunities and quality of life converge
• Advancement: Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development
• Work/Life: Positions and shifts to accommodate all schedules

What you will do:

As an RT you will work at assessing, treating and caring for patients of all ages who suffer from pulmonary (breathing) disorders. In addition to analyzing and performing diagnostic testing, respiratory therapists perform relevant exams as well as set up and utilize cardiopulmonary equipment and machines needed to assist or monitor the patients breathing.

Responsibilities:

• Gather data to be able to accurately assess a patient's current health status
• Assess the patient according to the patient's physical or age related needs
• Observe, record and report symptoms, reactions and progress of patients
• Administer and record prescribed medications, treatments and diagnostic procedures
• Responsible for airway management including performing endotracheal intubations and extubations, pulmonary hygiene, and tracheostomy care and emergency life support procedures
• Provides extensive health education to patients and to the general population through community services.

What you will need:

• Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy
• Current NY State RT License
• Per Diem is offered a flat rate
• Pay Range: $39.22- $51.77 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well‑being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.