Registered Respiratory Therapist/FT/Mercy Hospital STL

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care across respiratory services per physician orders, consulting on therapy effectiveness and guiding nursing care.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians and care teams, with a 36-hour work week and a $10,000 sign-on bonus paid in installments. Benefits include comprehensive coverage and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 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 NBRC. For ER coworkers, PALS is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care, according to physician's orders.
• Consult physicians on effectiveness of therapy and act as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing on respiratory care.
• Perform duties as assigned.

Skills

RRT credential

Education

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

ACLS

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.

Position Details:

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.

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