Respiratory Therapist / Per Diem - Tier 1

Select Medical; Warrensville Heights (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Regency Hospital - Cleveland East is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our per diem/PRN Tier 1 team in Warrensville Heights, OH. You will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and deliver advanced respiratory care in a post-ICU setting.

This role offers a supportive orientation, opportunities for advancement, and a collaborative team of skilled clinicians. Active NBRC credential and BLS are required, with ACLS upon hire.

Qualifications

• Active CRT or RRT credential from NBRC or state equivalent.
• BLS certification by start date.
• Current state licensure is required.
• ACLS required upon hire.

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 evaluation

Critical care

Respiratory care

Education

NBRC credential (CRT/RRT)

Job description

Overview

Position: Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Per Diem / PRN - Tier 1

Location:Warrensville Heights, OH

Schedule: 3 12hr shifts/ per 6 weeks

Compensation: $45 per hour

Regency Hospital - Cleveland East 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 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