Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist

Mercy; Missouri; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide specialized respiratory care to pediatric patients in a collaborative, family-centered hospital setting.

The therapist will assess, plan, and deliver treatments, manage ventilators, monitor patient responses, and perform diagnostic tests, participate in rapid response and code teams, educate families, and maintain EMR documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized respiratory care to pediatric patients.
• Assess, plan, and deliver treatments; manage ventilators; monitor patient responses; perform diagnostic tests.
• Participate in rapid response and code teams.
• Educate families on respiratory therapies.
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation; ensure adherence to infection control and safety protocols.

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide specialized respiratory care to pediatric patients in a collaborative, family-centered environment. The therapist will assess, plan, and deliver treatments, manage ventilators, monitor patient responses, and perform diagnostic tests. Responsibilities include participating in rapid response and code teams, educating families on respiratory therapies, maintaining accurate EMR documentation, and ensuring adherence to infection control and safety protocols. This role offers opportunities for professional growth, interdisciplinary collaboration, and participation in innovative, evidence-based care initiatives.