Reg Respiratory Therapist - Full Time Nights

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital in Oklahoma City is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to perform direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy, under physician orders. You will consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness and serve as an advanced resource for medical staff.

Qualifications include graduation from a CoArc-approved Respiratory Care program, current RCP license, NBRC RRT credential, and PALS for ER staff. Physical demands include lifting up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• NBRC RRT credential required.
• PALS required for ER staff.
• Physical demands include lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs and other mobility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy under physician orders.
• Consult physicians on the effectiveness of therapy.
• Serve as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing staff.
• Perform duties as assigned by supervision.

Education

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) NBRC credential

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

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:

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.

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.