Respiratory Therapist – Rehab & Growth (PRN)

Select Medical; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive orientation program

Opportunities for advancement to full‑

401k eligibility after 1,000 hours

Job summary

Banner Rehabilitation Hospital – Phoenix is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our inpatient rehabilitation team in Phoenix, AZ. The role supports adult patients with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and neurological or orthopedic conditions, providing ventilatory care and education.

The Per Diem position offers a 7:00 am–7:30 pm shift with a pay rate of $35.00 per hour and opportunities for advancement, orientation, and benefit eligibility based on hours worked.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required.
• 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).

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patient and recommends a treatment plan.
• Explains purpose and procedure of treatments, tests, and equipment to the patients, and provides education upon discharge to home.
• Operates ventilatory equipment and administers prescribed medications, humidification, ventilation and oxygenation.
• Performs chest physiotherapy and airway clearance techniques.
• Performs review of chest X-rays and monitors test results.
• Performs 12-Lead EKG and basic arrhythmia recognition.
• Conducts pulmonary function studies per policy.
• Assists with procedures related to respiratory care as applicable.
• Performs tracheostomy care and endotracheal tube management as required.
• Records treatment data and patient responses in the chart.

Skills

BLS certification

ACLS within 6 months

Current state licensure

Education

NBRC credential (Active NBRC) or state equivalent

RRT preferred

Job description

Banner Rehabilitation Hospital – Phoenix is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our inpatient rehabilitation team in Phoenix, AZ. The role supports adult patients with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and neurological or orthopedic conditions, providing ventilatory care and education.

The Per Diem position offers a 7:00 am–7:30 pm shift with a pay rate of $35.00 per hour and opportunities for advancement, orientation, and benefit eligibility based on hours worked.