About This Role
This PRN respiratory therapy position at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital offers clinical experience while you're completing your RT program. You'll work with pediatric patients, performing respiratory assessments and delivering care under supervision. As a PRN role, your schedule is flexible with no set hours, allowing you to balance work around your coursework and clinical rotations. This position suits students seeking hands-on experience in a hospital setting before full licensure. You'll gain exposure to various respiratory conditions and treatment modalities specific to children, building practical skills in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates are enrolled in an accredited respiratory therapy program and ready to apply classroom knowledge to real patient care.
$25–$45/hr
Hospital
PRN / Per Diem
Therapy license
No experience required
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs
Location & Routes
- Base city: St. Louis, MO
Benefits & Bonuses
- SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs
Hiring Process
- Apply — Submit your application online
- Review — A recruiter reviews your qualifications
- Background check — Standard employment and license verification
- Start your assignment — Begin your therapy role
Requirements
Active therapy license in good standing in the state of employment
Experience requirements vary by employer.
BLS typically required.
Ability to stand for long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and assist with patient transfers.
Frequently asked questions
What license do I need to apply?
An active state license in your discipline (PT, OT, SLP, LCSW, LPC, BCBA, etc.) in good standing. Therapy licensure is state-specific — the PT, OT, and ASLP-IC compacts let you practice in member states without a separate license.
Is this a school-year or year-round position?
School-based therapy roles typically follow a 9- or 10-month school-year calendar with summers off. Outpatient, hospital, home-health, and telehealth positions are year-round with PTO. Both options are widely available — check the job description for specifics.
What experience is expected?
Most therapy roles welcome new grads through mid-career clinicians. Specialty positions (acute care, NICU, pediatric feeding, hand therapy) typically prefer 2+ years plus relevant certifications.
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Full Job Details
It‘s more than a career, it‘s a calling MO-SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children‘s Hospital Worker Type: PRN Job Highlights: Looking for an amazing opportunity for hands-on learning and experience? We welcome you to apply and gain experience while you are enrolled in your RT program! Department: Respiratory Therapy
Schedule: PRN, No set Schedule Location: SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children‘s Hospital Job Summary: Provides evaluation of and care for respiratory therapy patients consistent with student scope of practice. Job Responsibilities and Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Administers medications and treatments to patients under appropriate supervision. Delivers and assesses patient response to ordered therapy. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition. Provides patient education for diseases, medications, and treatment. May respond to Medical Emergencies and Rapid Responses. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION Enrolled in a Respiratory Therapy program EXPERIENCE No experience required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication. Constant standing and walking. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry. Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors. Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Occasional lifting/moving of patients. Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Occasional driving. Rare crawling and running. REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS State of Work Location: Missouri Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And Respiratory Educ Permit - Missouri Division of Professional Registration Work
Shift: PRN / Per Diem Shift (United States of America) Job Type: Employee Department: Respiratory Therapy Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
Benefits
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental Leave : we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage : we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status , or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.