Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem Nights

Select Speciality Hospital • Kansas City, KS

101d • $36

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist (RT) position is a per diem role located in Kansas City, KS, with a focus on providing care during night shifts. The hospital specializes in critical illness recovery, offering world-class inpatient post-ICU services to patients who require extended healing and recovery. The role is vital in supporting patients through vulnerable and painful moments, ensuring they receive compassionate and excellent treatment.

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.

Nice To Haves

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

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

• Competitive compensation of $36.00 per hour.
• Competitive shift differentials for nights and weekends.
• 401k eligibility based on reaching 1,000 hours within the first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.
• Employee assistance program available for part-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree