Critical Care Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Excellent Benefits

Mercy Co; Miami (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care Specialist to provide direct patient care for respiratory therapies per physician orders. You will consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness and support nursing staff as an advanced respiratory care resource.

The role requires graduation from a CoARC-approved program, a current RCP license, and NBRC RRT credential. ACLS is preferred; ER staff may require PALS. Physical demands apply.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license per state requirements.
• NBRC RRT credential required; PALS for ER staff when applicable.
• ACLS preferred for advanced cardiac life support.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care per physician orders.
• Consults with physicians on the effectiveness of therapy.
• Acts as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing staff in respiratory care.
• Performs duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Physician collaboration

Clinical judgment

Education

CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program

Tools

Respiratory care devices

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care Specialist to provide direct patient care for respiratory therapies per physician orders. You will consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness and support nursing staff as an advanced respiratory care resource.

The role requires graduation from a CoARC-approved program, a current RCP license, and NBRC RRT credential. ACLS is preferred; ER staff may require PALS. Physical demands apply.