Registered Respiratory Therapist — $20k Sign-On, Flexible Options

Mercy Co; Granite City (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus $20,000

Job summary

Mercy South seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to perform direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care. You will consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness and act as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff.

The role requires a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license, NBRC RRT credential, and ACLS is preferred for ER. Full-time daytime schedule is 36 hours per week with a $20,000 sign-on bonus and flexible payout options.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• RRT credential from NBRC required; PALS may be required in ER.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care per physician orders.
• Consult with physicians on effectiveness of therapy.
• Serve as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff.

Skills

Direct patient care

Consult physicians

Advanced respiratory resource

Education

CoARC approved Respiratory Care program

Tools

Respiratory care devices

Job description

Mercy South seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to perform direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care. You will consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness and act as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff.

The role requires a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license, NBRC RRT credential, and ACLS is preferred for ER. Full-time daytime schedule is 36 hours per week with a $20,000 sign-on bonus and flexible payout options.