NICU Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Sign-On Bonus

Jobtome; Spencer (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care under physician orders. You will consult on therapy effectiveness and act as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff.

Qualifications include CoArc-approved respiratory care education, active RCP licensure, NBRC RRT, and ACLS; ER staff may require PALS. Mercy offers strong benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Licensure: Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Certifications: Hold the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential awarded by the NBRC. PALS is required for ER staff.
• Other: Physical demands include push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs; pinch up to 10 lbs; kneel, crouch, crawl.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care per physician orders.
• Consult physicians on effectiveness of therapy.
• Act as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing on respiratory care.
• Perform duties as assigned.

Skills

Critical care experience

PALS certification

Compassionate patient care

Education

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

ACLS

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care under physician orders. You will consult on therapy effectiveness and act as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff.

Qualifications include CoArc-approved respiratory care education, active RCP licensure, NBRC RRT, and ACLS; ER staff may require PALS. Mercy offers strong benefits and opportunities for growth.