Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem Nights

Select Medical; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a per diem Respiratory Therapist (RT) for night shifts in Wilmington, DE. This role is crucial in providing care to critically ill patients, conducting evaluations, and supporting their recovery journey. Join a team committed to exceptional patient care with opportunities for further professional development.

Benefits

Extensive orientation program

401k eligibility

Employee assistance program

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• Must possess 'Active' CRT or RRT credential from the NBRC.
• Proof of graduation required: college transcript/diploma or GED.
• Current state licensure required and ACLS upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and recommending treatment plans.
• Providing respiratory care to critically ill patients.
• Teaching and counseling patients/families.

Skills

Evaluating patients

Teaching and counseling

Promoting continuous quality improvement

Education

CRT or RRT credential

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

ACLS certification

Proof of graduation

Job description

Overview

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

Location: Wilmington, DE

Schedule: Night Shift, 12-Hour Shifts, PRN / As NeededCompensation: $45 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