Respiratory Therapist / PRN Days

Select Specialty Hospital; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive orientation program

Potential full-time opportunities

401k eligibility after 1,000 hours

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital - Augusta is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for per diem/PRN coverage in Augusta, GA. Work days from 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Per diem schedule supports flexible staffing with a competitive $37.00 per hour compensation.

RTs will assess and treat patients with critical and complex conditions, participate in endotracheal tube management, and contribute to overall quality of care alongside a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Active CRT or RRT NBRC credential or state equivalent.
• BLS certification by start date.
• 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 conditions.
• Performing insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes.
• Promoting continuous quality improvement.
• Teaching and counseling patients/families.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Active NBRC credential (CRT/RRT)

BLS certification

Current state licensure

ACLS upon hire

Education

High school diploma or GED

College transcript/diploma preferred

Job description

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

Location: Augusta, GA

Schedule: PRN/Per Diem/As Needed - Days - 7 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Compensation: $37.00 per hour

Select Specialty Hospital - Augusta 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.
• 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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.