Respiratory Therapist / PRN Nights

Select Medical; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital - Erie in Erie, PA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for PRN shifts. The role offers a 6:30 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.

schedule with a $40.00 per hour compensation and a $7,500 sign-on bonus for a limited time. An extensive RT orientation program and a path to potential full-time opportunities welcome you to a large, committed care team. Join the hospital’s dedicated group, where RTs provide care to critically ill patients and contribute to quality improvement while

Qualifications

• Must possess NBRC CRT or RRT credential.
• Must have 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 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/RRT credential

BLS certification

Current state licensure

ACLS certification

Job description

Overview

Position: Respiratory Therapist (RT) - PRN

Location: Erie, PA

Schedule: 6:30 p.m. - 7 a.m. - PRN/Per Diem/As NeededCompensation: $40.00 per hour

Sign-On Bonus: $7,500 LIMITED TIME ONLY THROUGH 8/21!

Select Specialty Hospital - Erie 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.