Respiratory Therapist / PRN Nights

Select Medical; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Orientation program

Advancement opportunities

401k eligibility after 1,000 hours

Part-time/Per Diem

Job summary

Select Medical in Memphis, TN seeks a Respiratory Therapist (RT) on a PRN/Per Diem night shift to provide critical care support and specialized respiratory services for post-ICU patients. The role emphasizes compassionate care and collaboration with a large clinical team.

Qualified professionals will have NBRC credentials, BLS, state licensure, and ACLS. The hospital offers orientation, growth opportunities, and a path to potential full-time roles as experience accrues.

Qualifications

• NBRC CRT or RRT credential is required.
• BLS certification required by start date.
• Current state licensure is required.
• ACLS required upon hire for agency RT.

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

BLS certification

State licensure

ACLS certification

Job description

Overview

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

Location: Memphis, TN

Schedule: PRN/Per Diem/As Needed - Night ShiftCompensation: $35.00 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.

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans