Select Medical - Rochelle Park, NJ
posted 23 days ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Rochelle Park, NJ
10,001+ employees
Ambulatory Health Care Services
About the position
The Respiratory Therapist position at Select Specialty Hospital involves providing care to critically ill patients who require extended hospital stays. The role focuses on evaluating patient needs, recommending treatment plans, and delivering respiratory care in a compassionate environment. This per diem position offers competitive pay, shift differentials, and a sign-on bonus, making it an attractive opportunity for qualified candidates.
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.
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.
- Agency RT must have ACLS upon first shift, PRN staff must have ACLS upon hire.
Nice-to-haves
- One (1) year of related experience is preferred.
Benefits
- $5,000 Sign On Bonus
- Competitive rates
- Competitive shift differentials for nights and weekends
