Part-Time Respiratory Therapist (RRT) — Sign-On Bonus

Mercy Co; St. Ann (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Part-time schedule

Job summary

Mercy South is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRRT) to provide direct patient care in respiratory therapy. The position is part-time (24 hours/week, 6:30p–7:00a) with a $10,000 sign-on bonus for RRTs and related credentials.

Requirements include graduation from a CoARC-approved program, valid RCP license, and NBRC RRT credential; ACLS is preferred, PALS for ER work may be required. Prior critical-care experience is favored.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Hold the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential awarded by NBRC; for ER, PALS is required.
• Physical demands include pushing, pulling and gripping up to 50 lbs; kneel, crouch, crawl.
• ACLS preferred; critical care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care according to physician orders.
• Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy and acts as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing on respiratory care.
• Assists with duties as assigned and supports team in a high-acuity environment.

Education

CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program

RCP license

RRT NBRC credential

PALS (ER)

ACLS

Job description

Mercy South is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRRT) to provide direct patient care in respiratory therapy. The position is part-time (24 hours/week, 6:30p–7:00a) with a $10,000 sign-on bonus for RRTs and related credentials.

Requirements include graduation from a CoARC-approved program, valid RCP license, and NBRC RRT credential; ACLS is preferred, PALS for ER work may be required. Prior critical-care experience is favored.