Reg Respiratory Therapist (Non-Exempt)

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to compassionate care and exceptional service. This role involves performing direct patient care in respiratory therapy, supporting life-saving procedures, and consulting with physicians to ensure effective therapy. With a commitment to innovation and community support, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact in patients' lives while enjoying a collaborative work environment. If you are passionate about healthcare and ready to be part of a mission-driven team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

Vision and dental coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Employer-matched retirement funds

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; completion of respiratory care program essential.
• BLS/CPR certification through an approved course is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care in respiratory therapy as per physician orders.
• Provide ventilator support and maintain life support equipment.

Skills

Compassion

Professionalism

Advocacy

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of program approved by National Board for Respiratory Care

Tools

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

We’re a Little Different

Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals – careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its “Top 100 Places to Work.”

Overview:

Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy according to physicians' orders. Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy. Provides ventilator support during cardiopulmonary resuscitation and maintains life support equipment. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Qualifications:

1. Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Successful completion of program approved by National Board for Respiratory Care.
2. Licensure: Licensed with Missouri Board for Respiratory Care.
3. Experience: None.
4. Certification/Registration: Registered as a therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
5. Other skills & knowledge: BLS/CPR through an American Heart Association approved course.

We Offer Great Benefits:

Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!

We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.

At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.