Respiratory Therapist - PRN Days

Select Medical; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Medical's DeSoto hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for per diem/PRN days. The RT will evaluate patients, provide respiratory care, manage endotracheal tubes, and contribute to ongoing quality improvement. You will join a team dedicated to compassionate, expert post-ICU care.

Candidates must hold NBRC CRT or RRT credentials, current state licensure, and BLS; ACLS is required on hire. Prior related experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Active NBRC CRT or RRT credential.
• Current state Respiratory licensure.
• BLS certification by start date.
• ACLS certification required on hire.
• Preferred 1 year of related experience.

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.

Education

NBRC CRT or RRT credential

Current state licensure

ACLS certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Overview

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

Location: DeSoto

Schedule: PRN daysCompensation: $42.00 per hour

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.
• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans