Reg Respiratory Therapist

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); Vor Ort; USD 38.242 - 61.964; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Zusammenfassung

A leading healthcare organization in St. Louis is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to perform direct patient care and consult with physicians on respiratory therapy effectiveness. Candidates must have a degree in Respiratory Care and licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. Preferred qualifications include critical care experience and ACLS certification. This role offers competitive pay, and benefits including medical, dental, and tuition support.

Qualifikationen

• Graduate of a CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (R) license.
• Prefer critical care experience.

Aufgaben

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

Kenntnisse

Respiratory care delivery

Consulting with physicians

Advanced respiratory knowledge

Ausbildung

Graduate of a CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

Tools

Respiratory care devices

Jobbeschreibung

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.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of a CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Licensure: Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (R) license.
• Experience: None.
• Certifications: 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: (none listed).
• Preferred Experience: Prefer critical care experience.
• Preferred Certifications: (none listed).
• Preferred Other: (none listed).

Benefits

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.

Location

Granite City, IL

Salary

$27.76-$44.98