Registered Respiratory Therapist/FT/Mercy Hospital STL

Mercy; Collinsville (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health benefits

Tuition support

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient care across respiratory services in a 36-hour week shift arrangement. The role requires graduation from a CoArc approved Respiratory Care program, active RCP licensure, and NBRC RRT credential; ER staff may require PALS.

Mercy offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• RRT credential NBRC; PALS for ER if in ER.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

RRT (NBRC)

Critical care

Patient care

Education

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

RCP licensure eligible

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Job Profile Summary

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.

SIGN-ON BONUS OF $10,000; PAID OUT IN FOUR INSTALLMENTS.

Shift: 36 hours per week

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.