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Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Acute - up to $49/hr
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What they do
A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.
$85,508 / year median in California
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Earn on your terms:
Use ShiftKey to earn extra income, even if you have another job. You can get paid instantly through ShiftKey Wallet,- have instant payments sent to an existing debit card,
- or opt for direct deposit.
Find the right environment:
Flexible acute RT shifts give you the opportunity to experience a variety of hospital settings and choose what works best for you. Because you're an independent contractor professional, you can also access and purchase portable benefits through our partner, Stride Health.That includes options for:
Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance (Insurance is provided through Stride Health. ShiftKey does not offer health, dental, vision or life insurance.)Requirements:
A high school diploma or GED A valid respiratory therapist license in the state of CA What you might do: You know better than anyone how essential respiratory therapists are to acute care teams. Your work helps patients manage and treat cardiopulmonary conditions, supporting better outcomes every day. Depending on the shift, you may: Conduct and analyze pulmonary function tests Support care planning alongside physicians and nurses Administer aerosol medications and provide chest physical therapy Educate patients on equipment use and self-administered treatments What ShiftKey users have to say about us: "This was one of the best choices I've made as a nurse. I love the freedom I have now!!"- LVN, Dallas, TX "Amazing! You make your own schedule. You get daily pay or weekly. And they always respond when you need them."
- CNA, Springfield, TN "I've been using ShiftKey for years. It's a very good way to work. The people and facilities are respectful and helpful."
- CNA, Kansas City, MO Timing of payments may vary based on invoice approvals and are subject to a $2.95 fee per payment from ShiftKey. Manual review of an invoice usually takes <24 hours but can take up to a week. Once your invoice is approved, we can start processing your payment.
- Timing of payments directly to an external debit card may vary based on invoice approvals and are subject to a 2% fee of the total payment ($2.