RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (RT/RRT) PER DIEM

Ambition 24Hours Inc
  • Marrero, LA
  • $47.04
  • Instant Apply
24 days ago

Job Description

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RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (RT/RRT) | PER DIEM OPPORTUNITY JOB OVERVIEW

Seeking a skilled and compassionate Respiratory Therapist (RT/RRT) for a per diem opportunity in an acute care setting. The Respiratory Therapist will assess, treat, and monitor patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions while collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide exceptional patient care.

This position offers flexible scheduling, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.

POSITION DETAILS
  • Position: Respiratory Therapist (RT/RRT)
  • Employment Type: Per Diem
  • Openings: 1
  • Specialty: Respiratory Care
SHIFT DETAILS
  • Shift: Day Shift
  • Hours:6:30 AM 7:00 PM
  • Meal Break: 30 Minutes
  • 12.5-Hour Shift
PAY RATE
  • $40.32 - $47.04 per hour
REQUIREMENTS
  • Active Respiratory Therapist License in good standing
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential preferred
  • Current BLS certification required
  • ACLS certification preferred
  • Experience in acute care, critical care, emergency care, or respiratory therapy preferred
  • Strong critical-thinking and patient assessment skills
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Perform respiratory assessments and monitor patient conditions
  • Administer oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and respiratory medications
  • Manage and monitor patients receiving ventilator support
  • Assist with airway management and emergency respiratory interventions
  • Evaluate patient response to treatment and adjust care plans accordingly
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation
  • Educate patients and families on respiratory care and disease management
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
  • Follow established respiratory care protocols and safety standards
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  • Per Diem Opportunity
  • Day-shift assignment
  • Competitive pay rate of $40.32 - $47.04 per hour
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Weekly pay
  • Opportunity to pick up additional shifts
  • State or federal identification required upon arrival
  • Photo badge must be worn at all times
  • Supportive healthcare team environment
  • Excellent opportunity for Respiratory Therapists seeking schedule flexibility and supplemental income

Numbers & Facts

LocationMarrero, LA
Salary$47.04

Skills

  • Acute Careunmatched
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
  • Aerosolsunmatched
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Critical Careunmatched
  • Disease Prevention and Controlunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Emergency Careunmatched
  • Health Planunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • Medical Treatmentunmatched
  • Medicationsunmatched
  • Nursingunmatched
  • Patient Assessmentunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched
  • Patient Educationunmatched
  • Respiratory Therapyunmatched
  • Safety Standardsunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Treatment Evaluationunmatched
  • Ventilatorunmatched

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