Respiratory Therapist

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.

Respiratory Therapist (RRT &CRT)

PRN/Per Diem/As Needed Day Shift (7:00 am - 7:00 pm)

Pay Rate: $39.00 Per Hour

Competitive shift differentials for nights and weekends

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:

You will demonstrate an understanding of patient needs, ensuring that each patient feels informed and understood, as well as heard. You are passionate about providing superior quality care and you are an inventive problem solver who thrives in a dynamic environment.

Minimum requirements:

*Must possess "Active" CRT and 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. (PRN staff must have ACLS upon hire).

Preferred qualifications that will make you successful:

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