Per Diem Respiratory Therapist

Description:

Who we are:

Owens (A Friesen Group Company)

Owens provides state-of-the-art medical equipment and supplies to patients and caregivers throughout the North State and the Reno area. For more than 60 years, we've been providing custom healthcare solutions for patients and providers. We're committed to providing patients with the highest quality care, with a wide range of services, including CPAP/BiPAP, capnography, non-invasive ventilation, airway clearance, and specialty therapies.

And, for the third year, certified as a Great Place to Work! Check out what our staff have to say: Friesen Group - Certified Great Place to Work

Owens Core Values:

Human Value – Take Ownership – Make the Difference – Set the Pace – Embrace Change

Who we are looking for:
Are you seeking a flexible role outside the traditional hospital setting? Somewhere that allows you to work at a pace that ensures high-quality patient care while maintaining work-life balance? Are you a compassionate and skilled Respiratory Therapist? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your work directly supports patient care? If so, Owens could be the right fit for you!

As a Per Diem Respiratory Therapist, you will play a critical role in helping improve patients’ overall quality of life in their own homes, while supporting our team on an as-needed basis.

We are looking for a compassionate and caring Respiratory Therapist who is searching for a positive work culture where you can truly make a difference—with the flexibility of a per diem schedule.

Guaranteed Hours

To support consistency and provide reliable work opportunities, we offer per diem Respiratory Therapists a guaranteed minimum of one (1) 8-hour shift per month, up to (2) 8-hour shifts per week.

On-Call Requirements & Compensation

Per diem Respiratory Therapists participate in a rotating on-call schedule, assigned every fourth week.

Coverage Expectations:

• Weekdays (Monday–Friday): 5:00 PM – 8:00 AM
• Weekends (Saturday–Sunday): 24-hour coverage

Geographic Coverage Area: On-call support is provided across all Northern California branches. Coverage may include a wide service area, ranging from:

• Grass Valley (south)
• Alturas (east)
• Weed (north)
• Hayfork (west)

Nature of Calls:

• Most calls involve remote troubleshooting and support
• Occasionally, therapists may be required to respond in person to patient needs

On-call Compensation:

• Stipend: A stipend is provided simply for being on call, regardless of whether a call is received:

Each weekday on call is paid at 0.63 of an hour of your overtime rate each day

Each day on the weekend is paid at 1 hour of overtime pay each day

• Call response pay: Any time spent actively responding to calls (phone or in-person) is paid at your overtime rate
• Physical response will be paid at a 2-hour minimum at the overtime rate
• Travel reimbursement: Mileage is reimbursed for personal vehicle use, or a company vehicle can be provided

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a per diem capacity
• Dedication to providing compassionate, patient-centered care

What We Offer

• Flexible scheduling based on your availability
• Opportunity to supplement income with per diem shifts
• Supportive, team-based environment
• Meaningful work that directly impacts patient quality of life

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent (Required)
• Associate’s (Required) or Bachelor’s or Master’s in Respiratory Therapy (Preferred)
• Current Respiratory Therapist license (RRT or CRT) in the state of practice
• Previous clinical or hospital experience preferred
• Experience in home medical equipment as a Respiratory Therapist not required, but a plus
• Clean DMV Record