Experienced Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Night Shift

Mercy Co; Missouri; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy seeks a Respiratory Therapist to perform direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care, following physician orders and consulting on therapy effectiveness.

Requirements include graduation from a CoArc approved program, current RCP license, NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential, and PALS if working in the Emergency Department. This role supports a caring, collaborative team and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• PALS required for ER staff.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care as ordered by physicians.
• Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy.
• Acts as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing on respiratory care.
• Performs duties as assigned.

Skills

Direct patient care

Physician consultation

Education

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

Tools

Respiratory care devices

Job description

Mercy seeks a Respiratory Therapist to perform direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care, following physician orders and consulting on therapy effectiveness.

Requirements include graduation from a CoArc approved program, current RCP license, NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential, and PALS if working in the Emergency Department. This role supports a caring, collaborative team and opportunities for growth.