Advanced Respiratory Therapist — ECMO & Sleep Lab Specialist

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join a dedicated hospital-based team providing direct patient care, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment within hospital guidelines.

This role uses advanced clinical expertise to support patient safety, including education for patients, families, and staff, and collaboration with nurses and physicians to deliver optimal care. ECMO and sleep study support are included as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• RRT license and Basic Cardiovascular Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to perform multiple duties with effective time management.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree and experience in advanced respiratory procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive respiratory care, including assessment, treatment, and troubleshooting.
• Educate patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Collaborate with nurses and physicians to deliver optimal care.
• Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Support specialized procedures like ECMO, sleep studies, and neonatal respiratory care as needed.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Troubleshooting

Time management

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join a dedicated hospital-based team providing direct patient care, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment within hospital guidelines.

This role uses advanced clinical expertise to support patient safety, including education for patients, families, and staff, and collaboration with nurses and physicians to deliver optimal care. ECMO and sleep study support are included as needed.