Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem, Nights

SSM Health; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading critical illness recovery hospital as a Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Tallahassee, FL. In this per diem role, you will provide essential respiratory care to patients in critical condition, benefit from extensive orientation, and have opportunities for advancement within the organization. Your expertise will directly impact patient recovery and quality of care.

Benefits

Extensive orientation program for RT

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• Must possess 'Active' CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Current state licensure is required.
• ACLS is required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and recommending an appropriate treatment plan.
• Providing respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical conditions.
• Performing insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Respiratory Care

Quality Improvement

Job description

Overview

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

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Schedule: PRN/Per-diem, Nights (7p-7a)Compensation: $40.00/hr.

Select Specialty 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 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.
• 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.
• 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