Respiratory Therapist (RT) / Nights / $10,000 Sign-on Bonus

Select Medical; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join their team during full-time night shifts. This role involves caring for critically ill patients, evaluating their needs, and implementing effective treatment plans. With a focus on quality improvement and patient education, you will play a vital role in the recovery of vulnerable patients. The organization offers a supportive environment with a commitment to your professional growth, including clinical advancement programs and generous benefits. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Clinical Advancement Programs

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Short and Long Term Disability

Personal and Family Medical Leave

Qualifications

• Active CRT or RRT credential required.
• BLS certification and current state licensure needed.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Respiratory Care

Patient Evaluation

Teaching and Counseling

Quality Improvement

Education

Active CRT or RRT credential

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Current state licensure

ACLS certification

Job description

Overview

Select Specialty Hospital- Durham

Critical Illness Recovery Hospital located inside of Duke Regional

Respiratory Therapist (RRT & CRT)

Full-Time Nights

$10,000 Sign-on Bonus

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

• Clinical Advancement Programs with bonus incentives
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Extensive and thorough orientation program
• Team oriented environment
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance; Life insurance; Prescription coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Days (EID)
• A 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Personal and Family Medical Leave

At Select Medical’s Critical Illness Recovery Hospitals, you are taking care of the most vulnerable patients in your community. We care for chronically and critically ill or post-ICU patients who require extended hospital care.

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

Preferred qualifications that will make you successful:

• One (1) year of related experience is preferred.

Additional Data

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.