Registered Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care Ready

Mercy; Dardenne Prairie (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner to perform direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy according to physician orders, and to consult with physicians on the effectiveness of therapy.

The role requires a CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program graduate, current RCP licensure, and NBRC RRT credential; ACLS is preferred; PALS may be required for ER staff. Mercy highlights strong benefits and a collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Must hold current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Holding NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care in respiratory therapy per physician orders.
• Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy.
• Acts as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff in respiratory care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

CoARC approved Respiratory Care program

RCP licensure

RRT NBRC credential

Tools

Respiratory care devices

Job description

Mercy seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner to perform direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy according to physician orders, and to consult with physicians on the effectiveness of therapy.

The role requires a CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program graduate, current RCP licensure, and NBRC RRT credential; ACLS is preferred; PALS may be required for ER staff. Mercy highlights strong benefits and a collaborative team culture.