Job detail

Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem DAY

Select Specialty Hospital - Orlando Central

#BLS #ACLS #Patient Care #Critical Care #Respiratory Therapy #RRT #Inpatient Services #NBRC #CRT

Quick overview

Evaluate patients to recommend and provide respiratory care for those with critical and complex medical or surgical conditions. Responsibilities include performing endotracheal tube procedures and providing education to patients and their families.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold an active CRT or RRT credential, current state licensure, and BLS and ACLS certifications. One year of related experience is preferred.

professional certificateCritical CareRespiratory CarePatient EvaluationPatient CounselingEndotracheal Tube InsertionEndotracheal Tube RemovalClinical Treatment Planning

Job description

Overview Position

Respiratory
Therapist (RT) -
Per
Diem/
PRN
Location:
Orlando,
FL
Schedule:
PRN -
DAY
Shift
Pay
Rate: $40.00 per hour plus shift differential Select Specialty Hospital - Orlando Central 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. 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 Respiratory Therapist (RT) 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
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. 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