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Respiratory Therapist (RT) /PRN - $5K Sign-On Bonus DAY

Select Specialty Hospital - Quad Cities

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Other On Site 0-2 yrs$38 / HOURPosted 1 month agoCloses Apr 29

Location

Davenport, Iowa

Salary

$38 / HOUR

Quick overview

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for evaluating patients and developing appropriate treatment plans for those with critical medical conditions. They perform essential procedures such as endotracheal tube management and provide education to patients and their families.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold an active CRT or RRT credential from the NBRC and possess current state licensure. Additionally, a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required by the start date, and ACLS certification is mandatory upon hire.

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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 Select Specialty Hospital 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 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