Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Full Time Dayshift $15,000 Sign On Bonus

Select Specialty Hospital; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 47,733 - 67,984; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive RT orientation program

Tuition reimbursement

Continuing education support

Clinical ladder program

Generous PTO

401(k) with company match

Job summary

A critical illness recovery hospital is seeking a Full Time Dayshift Respiratory Therapist to join their Grand Rapids location. The role includes evaluating patients, providing essential respiratory care, and working with a dedicated medical team. A sign-on bonus of $10,000 is available for the right candidate, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including tuition reimbursement and generous PTO. Candidates must hold an active CRT or RRT credential and other relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Active CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date is necessary.
• Current state licensure is required for practice.
• ACLS certification required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and recommend appropriate treatment plans.
• Provide respiratory care to patients with critical conditions.
• Insert and remove endotracheal tubes as necessary.
• Promote quality improvement initiatives.
• Teach and counsel patients and families.

Skills

Evaluating patients

Providing respiratory care

Inserting and removing endotracheal tubes

Teaching and counseling patients

Education

Active CRT or RRT credential

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Current state licensure

ACLS certification

Job description

Critical Illness Recovery Hospital

Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan (Select Specialty Hospital – Grand Rapids (Corewell Health))

Position: Respiratory Therapist (RT) – Full Time Dayshift

Hours: 7:00 am – 7:30 pm

Sign‑On Bonus: $10,000

Pay: Up to $42.00 per hour (based on experience)

Shift Differential: Competitive for nights and weekends

Select Specialty Hospital Grand Rapids 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. Respiratory Therapists (RT) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.

Benefits & Career Support

• Extensive RT orientation program for a smooth transition
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
• Clinical ladder program for skill advancement
• Student debt benefit program
• Comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO and 401(k) with company match

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and recommend appropriate treatment plans
• Provide respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical and surgical conditions
• Insert and remove endotracheal tubes
• Promote continuous quality improvement initiatives
• Teach and counsel patients and families

Minimum Requirements

• Active CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date
• Current state licensure required
• ACLS certification required within 6 months of hire (Agency RT must have ACLS on first shift; PRN staff must have ACLS upon hire)

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of related experience preferred