Respiratory Therapist (RT) /PRN -DAY

Select Medical; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k eligibility

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital in Davenport, IA seeks a Respiratory Therapist for a Per Diem/PRN role. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, delivering respiratory care, and managing airway procedures. A strong NBRC credential and BLS, with ACLS on hire, are required.

Per diem shifts include a $7,500 sign-on and potential for future full-time opportunities. The position offers day shifts on 12-hour rotations, with night/weekend differentials and a pathway to growth within the care team.

Qualifications

• Active NBRC credential (CRT or RRT) is required.
• BLS certification required by start date.
• ACLS required upon hire (agency RT must have ACLS on first shift).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and recommend an appropriate treatment plan.
• Provide respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical conditions.
• Perform insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes.
• Promote continuous quality improvement.
• Teach and counsel patients/families.

Skills

Active NBRC credential

BLS certification

ACLS upon hire

Job description

Overview

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

Location: Davenport, IA

Schedule: 12-Hour Shift - DAY ShiftNew PRN RT Rate: $38 / Hour plus shift differential for night and weekend shifts

Sign on bonus: $7,500

Select Specialty Hospitalis 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 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


• Foster Well-being:We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life, and emotional well-being of you and your family members. Part-time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year. We also offer our employee assistance program to part-time employees.


• 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.


• Proof of graduation required: college transcript/diploma (preferred) or high school transcript/diploma or GED.


• 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.

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans