Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem

Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Per Diem/PRN

Location: Select Specialty Hospital Southeast OH - Newark, OH
Schedule: PRN / As Needed / Per Diem - 12 Hour Shifts - Ask about our day and night shift schedules
Compensation: $41.00 per Hour
Sign on Bonus: $3,750

Our hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world‑class inpatient post‑ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives - and Respiratory Therapists (RT) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.

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.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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 an employee assistance program for part‑time employees.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.

Minimum Requirements

• Must possess "Active" CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or a state equivalent.
• Proof of graduation required: college transcript/diploma (preferred) or high school transcript/diploma or GED.
• Possess 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.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment type

Part‑time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care