Evening Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – 7p-7a, Sign-On Bonus

Mercy; Spanish Lake (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus (up to $10,000)

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy, following physician orders. You will consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness and act as an advanced resource for nursing staff. Duties adapt to patient needs and unit priorities.

Qualifications include graduate of a CoARC-approved program, active RCP licensure, and NBRC RRT credential; PALS is needed for ER, ACLS is preferred, with a willingness to work 7pm–7am shifts.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current NBRC RRT credential.
• Active state licensure as Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP).
• PALS required for Emergency Room staff.
• ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care per physician orders.
• Counsels physicians on the effectiveness of therapy and serves as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff.
• Performs duties as assigned to support patient care and respiratory services.

Skills

RRT credential

Education

CoARC approved Respiratory Care program

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy, following physician orders. You will consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness and act as an advanced resource for nursing staff. Duties adapt to patient needs and unit priorities.

Qualifications include graduate of a CoARC-approved program, active RCP licensure, and NBRC RRT credential; PALS is needed for ER, ACLS is preferred, with a willingness to work 7pm–7am shifts.