Reg Respiratory Therapist

Mercy Co; Oakgrove; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans (32+ hours)

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Therapist with licensure eligibility and NBRC CRT readiness. The role emphasizes working with respiratory care modalities, critical care, and blood gas analysis in a hospital setting.

Applicants should be comfortable with healthcare computer systems and have or pursue additional degrees and advanced certifications (NRP, PALS, ACLS/ALS). Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and ongoing professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an approved AMA school for Respiratory Therapy.
• Must hold a current LRCP licensure from the applicable State of practice.
• Must have working knowledge of respiratory care procedures including Critical Care and Blood Gas analysis.
• Must be eligible to take NBRC CRT certification and CPR certified.
• Must be able to work with computers in a health care environment.
• Preferred: Additional college/associate degree.
• Preferred: Hospital experience.
• Preferred: NRP, PALS, ACLS/ALS certifications.
• Preferred: Advanced computer skills and familiarity with computerized patient care systems.

Skills

LRCP licensure

NBRC CRT eligibility

CPR certified

Respiratory care knowledge

Computer literacy

Advanced computer skills

Hospital environment experience (pref)

Education

Graduate of approved AMA school for Respiratory Therapy

Additional college/associate degree (pref)

Tools

Computerized patient care systems

Job description

• Education: Must be a graduate of an approved AMA school for Respiratory Therapy.
• Licensure: Must hold a current temporary or permanent license (LRCP) from the applicable State of practice.
• Experience: Must have a working knowledge of all Respiratory Care procedures and modalities including Critical Care and Blood Gas analysis.
• Certifications: Must be eligible to take or have passed the Certification (CRT) exam given by the NBRC. Must be Certified to provide CPR.
• Other: Must be able to work with computers in a health care environment.
• Preferred Education: Additional College and/or Associate's Degree.
• Preferred Experience: Previous experience working in a hospital environment.
• Preferred Certifications: NRP Certification. PALS Certified. ACLS/ALS Certified.
• Preferred Other: Advanced computer skills. Ability to learn and work with computerized equipment and patient care applications.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.