Respiratory Therapist: PRN, Per Diem

Select Medical; Fort Thomas (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join their team in Fort Thomas. This role offers the opportunity to provide critical respiratory care to patients in a supportive and team-oriented environment. With a focus on quality improvement and patient education, you'll play a vital role in enhancing patient outcomes. The position includes a competitive salary, shift differentials, and a generous sign-on bonus. If you are passionate about patient care and looking to grow in your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Competitive Pay

Shift Differentials

Thorough Orientation Program

Qualifications

• Active CRT or RRT credential required.
• BLS certification must be obtained by start date.
• ACLS required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and recommend treatment plans.
• Provide respiratory care for critical medical conditions.
• Teach and counsel patients and families.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Patient Evaluation

Endotracheal Tube Management

Quality Improvement

Patient Teaching and Counseling

Education

CRT or RRT Credential

Basic Life Support (BLS)

ACLS Certification

Job description

Overview

Select Specialty Hospital - Fort Thomas, KY

(located inside St Elizabeth - Fort Thomas)

Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT)

PRN Night Shift (7pm-7am)

$7,500 Sign-On Bonus!

Why work for Select? We are committed to your growth and success!

• Competitive pay and shift differentials for nights and weekends
• Thorough orientation program
• Team oriented environment

At Select Specialty Hospitals, a division of Select Medical, we care for chronically and critically ill or post-ICU patients who require extended hospital care. Select Medical employs over 48,000 people across the country and provides quality care to approximately 70,000 patients each and every day across our four divisions.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patient 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.

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 required.
• ACLS required within 6 months of hire. (Agency RT must have ACLS upon first shift, PRN staff must have ACLS upon hire).

Preferred qualificationsthat will make you successful:

• One (1) year of related experience preferred.

Additional Data

We'd love for you to join the team!

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.