Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem Tier 2 - Nights

Select Specialty Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 63,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus $7,500

401k eligibility after 1,000 hours

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital in Columbus is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for per diem shifts, including 2 x 12-hour nights per week and at least 3 weekend shifts every 6 weeks. A $7,500 sign-on bonus is offered and the role focuses on post-ICU respiratory care.

Responsibilities include evaluating patients, providing respiratory therapy for complex cases, and supporting quality improvement. Active NBRC RRT or state license, BLS, and ACLS required on hire.

Qualifications

• NBRC RRT credential or state licensure required.
• BLS certification by start date.
• ACLS certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and recommending an appropriate treatment plan.
• Providing respiratory care to patients with critical and complex conditions.
• Performing insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes.
• Promoting continuous quality improvement.
• Teaching and counseling patients and families.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Education

NBRC RRT credential

Job description

Position: Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Per Diem/ PRN
Location: Select Specialty Hospital - Columbus South (South High Street)
Schedule: 2 12hr shifts/week, at least 3 weekends shifts every 6 weeks (Nights)
Compensation: $55 per hour
Sign-on Bonus: $7,500

Our hospital 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 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
• 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.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Must possess "Active" 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.