Registered Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care Support

Mercy; Piedmont (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy per physician orders. You will consult physicians on therapy effectiveness and act as an advanced resource for the medical team.

Qualifications include graduation from a CoArc approved program, current RCP licensure, and NBRC RRT credential. PALS is required for ER staff; ACLS may be preferred. Opportunities for collaboration and growth are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license per state requirements.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• PALS required for ER staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care per physician orders.
• Consult physicians on effectiveness of therapy.
• Act as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing on respiratory care.
• Perform duties as assigned.

Skills

Direct patient care

Education

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

Tools

Respiratory care devices

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy per physician orders. You will consult physicians on therapy effectiveness and act as an advanced resource for the medical team.

Qualifications include graduation from a CoArc approved program, current RCP licensure, and NBRC RRT credential. PALS is required for ER staff; ACLS may be preferred. Opportunities for collaboration and growth are emphasized.