Reg Respiratory Therapist

Mercy; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision coverage

Tuition support

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

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

Requirements include graduation from a CoARC approved Respiratory Care program, current RCP licensure, NBRC RRT credential, and PALS for ER. ACLS is preferred. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license per state requirements.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.
• For ER coworkers, PALS is required.
• ACLS is preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Direct patient care

Physician consultation

Respiratory care expert

Education

CoARC approved Respiratory Care program

Tools

Respiratory care devices

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Overview

Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care, according to physician‘s orders. Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy. Acts as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing on respiratory care. Performs duties as assigned.

Position Details

• Qualifications Education: Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Licensure: Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Experience: None.
• Certifications: Hold the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential awarded by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). For co-workers who work in the Emergency Room PALS is required.
• Other: Physical demands are attached plus push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs. Plus, pinch up to 10 lbs., kneel, crouch, and crawl minimally.
• Equipment Used: All appropriate respiratory care devices.
• Preferred Education: Acute Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Preferred Licensure:
• Preferred Experience: Prefer critical care experience.
• Preferred Certifications:
• Preferred Other:

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period. Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you‘ll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you‘ll grow with us.

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