Registered Respiratory Therapist/Days/Mercy Hospital STL

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tuition support

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care across respiratory modalities as directed by physicians. You will consult on therapy effectiveness and support nursing staff with respiratory care decisions.

Ideal candidates hold an NBRC-registered RRT credential, active RCP license, and CoARC-approved program completion, with ACLS preferred. A sign-on bonus is offered and Mercy supports ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• RRT credential from NBRC; PALS for ER staff.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs. and mobility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care as ordered by physicians.
• Consults with physicians on therapy effectiveness.
• Serves as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff in respiratory care.
• Performs duties as assigned.

Skills

Critical care experience

Education

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

RCP license

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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