Reg Respiratory Therapist - Full-time

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Incentives up to $17,000

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Springfield is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a full-time role in inpatient respiratory care. You will deliver therapies per physician orders and act as a clinical resource for physicians, nurses, patients, and families in a variety of inpatient settings.

Rewards include a $10,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance up to $7,000, plus comprehensive benefits starting on day one, with opportunities to grow in a respected clinical team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license meeting state requirements.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential NBRC.
• Ability to perform physical requirements up to 50 pounds.
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and patient advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory treatments and therapies according to physician orders.
• Consult physicians on effectiveness of therapy and course of care.
• Serve as a clinical resource for physicians and nursing staff.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care plans and treatments.
• Participate in physician rounds and interdisciplinary care planning.
• Document patient care accurately and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain respiratory care equipment.
• Provide mentorship and precepting as needed.
• Stay current on evidence-based practices and respiratory care advancements.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Patient advocacy

Education

CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care Program

Job description

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

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Full-Time

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy!

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.

Mercy Hospital Springfield | Inpatient Respiratory Care

Up to $17,000 in Incentives

• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Up to $7,000 Relocation Assistance

Make a Difference Where Compassion Meets Excellence

At Mercy, we're more than a healthcare organization—we're a healing ministry dedicated to providing exceptional patient care through compassion, innovation, and teamwork.

Recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of the Top 100 Places to Work, Mercy offers a supportive environment where your expertise is valued, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is felt every day.

If you're a Registered Respiratory Therapist looking to work alongside a highly respected clinical team while advancing your career, we invite you to join us in Springfield.

Why Mercy?

Comprehensive Benefits Starting Day One

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off for volunteer activities
• Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 annually
• Dependent Care FSA contribution of $100/month
• Relocation assistance for eligible full-time candidates

What You'll Do

As a Registered Respiratory Therapist, you'll provide expert respiratory care across a variety of inpatient settings while serving as a trusted clinical resource for physicians, nurses, patients, and families.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory treatments and therapies according to physician orders
• Assess patient conditions and recommend appropriate respiratory interventions
• Support physicians during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care plans and treatments
• Participate in physician rounds and interdisciplinary care planning
• Document patient care accurately and maintain compliance with regulatory standards
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain respiratory care equipment
• Serve as a clinical resource, preceptor, and mentor as needed
• Stay current on evidence-based practices and respiratory care advancements

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care Program
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license meeting state requirements
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Ability to perform physical requirements including lifting, pushing, pulling, and gripping up to 50 pounds
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and patient advocacy skills

Preferred

• ACL certification
• Critical care experience