Critical Care Respiratory Therapist (RRT) — Impactful Patient Care

Mercy; Valley Brook (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient care across respiratory therapies in accordance with physician orders. The role involves evaluating therapy effectiveness and coordinating with physicians and nursing staff.

The ideal candidate has an NBRC-credentialed RRT, a state RCP license, and a CoARC-approved respiratory program graduate. PALS is required for ER staff, and ACLS is preferred. No prior experience required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• RRT credential NBRC required; ER staff may require PALS.
• ACL S preferred for advanced roles; no prior experience required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

RRT credential NBRC

Education

CoARC approved Respiratory Care program

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient care across respiratory therapies in accordance with physician orders. The role involves evaluating therapy effectiveness and coordinating with physicians and nursing staff.

The ideal candidate has an NBRC-credentialed RRT, a state RCP license, and a CoARC-approved respiratory program graduate. PALS is required for ER staff, and ACLS is preferred. No prior experience required.