Registered Respiratory Therapist: Critical Care Specialist

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC seeks a dedicated Respiratory Therapist (Registered) to deliver direct patient care per physician orders in an acute care setting. You will manage respiratory devices and ventilators, assess therapy effectiveness, and collaborate with physicians and nursing staff to optimize patient outcomes.

The role requires active RCP licensure, NBRC-registered RRT, and PALS; ACLS preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of a CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential (NBRC).
• PALS certification required for ER staff.
• ACLS certification preferred for enhanced critical care capabilities.
• Experience with respiratory care equipment and ventilator management.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct respiratory care per physician orders.
• Manage respiratory devices and ventilators and evaluate therapy.
• Consult physicians to ensure therapy effectiveness and patient progress.
• Serve as an advanced respiratory care resource for clinicians and nursing staff.

Skills

Respiratory equipment proficiency

Physical stamina

Education

CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program

RCP license

RRT NBRC

PALS certification

ACLS certification (preferred)

Job description

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC seeks a dedicated Respiratory Therapist (Registered) to deliver direct patient care per physician orders in an acute care setting. You will manage respiratory devices and ventilators, assess therapy effectiveness, and collaborate with physicians and nursing staff to optimize patient outcomes.

The role requires active RCP licensure, NBRC-registered RRT, and PALS; ACLS preferred.