Reg Respiratory Therapist (Non-Exempt)

Mercy Co; Joplin (MO); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Mercy seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy under physician orders. You will consult on therapy effectiveness and serve as an advanced resource to physicians and nursing staff. The role requires an RCP license and NBRC RRT credential, with PALS required for ER staff.

This position supports Mercy’s mission to deliver compassionate care. You will perform duties as assigned and participate in teamwork with the respiratory care

Formación

• Graduate of a CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Hold a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• For ER staff, PALS certification is required.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Educación

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

Descripción del empleo

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:

QualificationsEducation: 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.