Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full-Time

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Southeast is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care according to physicians' orders. The role includes consulting on therapy effectiveness and acting as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff.

It is a full-time position with shifts to be determined. Mercy offers a sign-on bonus eligible up to $10,000 and a comprehensive benefits package including time off, tuition support, and retirement matching for

Qualifications

• Experience in respiratory care per physician orders.
• Ability to consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness.
• Advances respiratory care via collaboration with physicians and nursing staff.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Critical care experience

Education

CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

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:

Mercy Hospital Southeast

Status: Full-Time

Shift: TBD

***Sign-On Bonus Eligible up to $10,000***

Qualifications:

• Experience: Prefer critical care experience.
• Required Education: Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• 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. Acute Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
• Licensure: Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• 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.

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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