Pediatric & Neonatal Respiratory Therapist – RRT (Sign-On)

Mercy; Bolivar (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Insurance Day One

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Dependent Care FSA

Paid Volunteer Time Off

Generous PTO

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to deliver expert respiratory care across neonatal, pediatric, and critical care settings in Springfield, Missouri. You will support ventilator management, chart care plans, and educate patients and families while collaborating with the care team.

The role emphasizes safety, evidence-based practice, and ongoing learning to improve patient outcomes in a high-acuity environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Current Respiratory Care License in the State of Practice.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through NBRC.
• BLS Certification.
• NRP and PALS certifications (may be obtained after hire).
• Strong critical-thinking, clinical assessment, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive respiratory care according to physician orders and clinical protocols.
• Assess patient conditions and evaluate treatment effectiveness.
• Provide ventilator management and life-support in critical care settings.
• Assist physicians with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and respiratory care needs.
• Develop and update patient care plans based on changing clinical conditions.
• Utilize critical thinking and clinical judgment to make informed care decisions.
• Provide specialized respiratory care to neonatal and pediatric populations.
• Stay current with evidence-based practices and advancements in respiratory therapy.
• Support high-acuity patients in intensive care and emergency situations.
• Participate in physician rounds and interdisciplinary care planning.
• Mentor, resource, and preceptor for teammates when appropriate.
• Communicate patient goals, progress, and changes effectively across the care team.
• Help resolve patient care, equipment, and workflow challenges.
• Champion patient safety through infection prevention and risk-management practices.

Skills

Critical thinking

Clinical assessment

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Accredited Respiratory Care Program graduate

State license in practice

RRT NBRC credential

BLS Certification

NRP & PALS certifications

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to deliver expert respiratory care across neonatal, pediatric, and critical care settings in Springfield, Missouri. You will support ventilator management, chart care plans, and educate patients and families while collaborating with the care team.

The role emphasizes safety, evidence-based practice, and ongoing learning to improve patient outcomes in a high-acuity environment.