Respiratory Therapist: PRN, Per Diem

SSM Health; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 1,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RT) for per diem shifts in Columbus, OH. This role involves evaluating patients, providing respiratory care, and promoting quality improvement in a critical illness recovery environment. Successful candidates will have the necessary certifications and will be part of a dedicated team committed to exceptional patient care.

Benefits

Extensive orientation program for Respiratory Therapists

Opportunities for advancement into full-time roles

Qualifications

• Active CRT or RRT credential is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification needed by start date.
• ACLS required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and recommending an appropriate treatment plan.
• Providing respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical conditions.
• Promoting continuous quality improvement.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Respiratory Care

Teaching and Counseling

Quality Improvement

Education

CRT or RRT credential from the NBRC

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Current state licensure

ACLS certification

Job description

Overview

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

Location: Select Specialty Hospital - Vic Village - Columbus, OH

Schedule: PRN/Per Diem/As Needed - Day Shift 7:00am-7:00pm; Night Shift 7:00pm-7:00amCompensation: $41.00 per Hour

Sign on Bonus: $3,750

Select Specialty 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 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.