Registered Respiratory Therapist

Mercy; Florissant (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus up to $10,000

Shift differential

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis is seeking a Respiratory Care professional to provide direct patient care across respiratory therapies according to physician orders. You will consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness and serve as an advanced resource for the care team.

The role requires graduation from a CoArc approved Respiratory Care program, current RCP license, and NBRC RRT credential. ACLS is preferred; PALS may be needed in ER.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license as per state requirements.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential per NBRC; PALS may be required in ER.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care across respiratory therapies per physician orders.
• Consults with physicians on the effectiveness of therapy.
• Serves as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff.

Skills

Critical care experience

Education

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

Job description

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:

Mercy Hospital St. Louis - Respiratory

Sign-On-Bonus incentive included up to $10,000

615 S New Ballas Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63141

Eligible for Shift Differential!

Shift:

7 pm- 7 am

Education

Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.

Licensure

Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.

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 Experienc e

Prefer critical care experience.

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.