Registered Respiratory Therapist/Days/Mercy Hospital STL

Mercy Co; Crestwood (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide direct patient care and consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness. The role serves as a respiratory care resource for medical teams and supports duties as assigned.

Qualifications include a CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program, active state RCP license, NBRC RRT credential, and ACLS/PALS as indicated. Sign-on bonus of $10,000 is available.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner license (RCP) per state.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential by NBRC.
• ER experience with PALS certification preferred for ER staff.
• ACLS certification preferred.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs and kneeling.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for respiratory therapies per physician orders.
• Consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness.
• Serve as a resource for physicians and nursing staff on respiratory care.
• Perform duties as assigned.

Skills

Critical care experience

Communication skills

Education

CoARC approved Respiratory Care program

RRT NBRC credential

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:

SIGN ON BONUS - $10,000

Qualifications
Education: Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
Licensure: Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
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 Experience: Prefer critical care experience.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including 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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