Registered Respiratory Therapist

Chapter 13 Trustee Middle District of Alabama; Rogers, Northern (AR, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care across respiratory modalities, following physician orders. The role includes collaborating with physicians on therapy effectiveness and serving as a resource for medical staff.

Responsibilities also encompass performing duties as assigned in a fast-paced clinical environment. Candidates must graduate from a CoARC-approved program, hold and maintain an RCP license, and possess NBRC's RRT credential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• RRT credential awarded by NBRC.
• ER staff may require PALS.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care in 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.

Education

CoARC approved Respiratory Care program

Tools

Respiratory equipment

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:

• 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?

• 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.

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