Registered Respiratory Therapist: ECMO & Ventilation

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to deliver compassionate patient care within hospital guidelines. The role involves assessment, diagnosis, care planning, implementation, and evaluation, applying advanced respiratory expertise while ensuring patient safety and regulatory compliance.

The position emphasizes collaboration with the healthcare team, education for patients and staff, and performing complex respiratory procedures with a focus on quality

Qualifications

• Associate degree or CoARC-accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Licenses and certifications including Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT), Basic Cardiovascular Life Support (BLS).
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• No prior experience required; ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively through documentation and collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Educate patients, families, students, and staff on respiratory treatments and procedures.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures, troubleshooting as needed.
• Demonstrate advanced skills supporting procedures such as ECMO, mechanical ventilation, bronchoscopies, and sleep lab services.
• Prioritize tasks, seek continuous learning, and maintain accountability.

Education

CoARC-accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to deliver compassionate patient care within hospital guidelines. The role involves assessment, diagnosis, care planning, implementation, and evaluation, applying advanced respiratory expertise while ensuring patient safety and regulatory compliance.

The position emphasizes collaboration with the healthcare team, education for patients and staff, and performing complex respiratory procedures with a focus on quality