Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem Nights

Select Medical; McKeesport (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Orientation program

Advancement opportunities

401k eligibility for 1000 hours

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital - McKeesport / Select Medical seeks a Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) for per diem night shifts, 7-7. The role delivers critical care, evaluates patients, and performs airway management with a focus on quality outcomes.

Must hold NBRC CRT/RRT, current state licensure, BLS and ACLS on hire. Per diem status includes benefits eligibility after 1,000 hours and opportunities for advancement within a large health system.

Qualifications

• Must possess Active CRT or RRT credential from NBRC or state equivalent.
• Proof of graduation is required: college transcript/diploma or high school transcript/diploma or GED.
• BLS certification must be obtained by start date.
• Current state licensure is required.
• ACLS is required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and recommend an appropriate treatment plan.
• Provide respiratory care to patients with critical and complex conditions.
• Perform insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes.
• Promote continuous quality improvement.
• Teach and counsel patients/families.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

NBRC CRT/RRT credential

BLS certification

Active state licensure

ACLS on hire

Education

Transcript or diploma

Job description

Overview

Position: Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) - Per Diem/ PRN

Location: Select Specialty Hospital - McKeesport

Schedule: Per Diem, 7-7, Night shiftCompensation: $38.00 per hour, plus shift differentials for nights and weekends

Our hospitalis 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. We also offer our employee assistance program to part time employees.


• 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.


• 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.

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans