Overview Position: Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Per Diem/ PRN Location: DeSoto Schedule: PRN days Compensation: $42.00 per hour Our 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. • 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