Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full Time

Jobtome; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

Mercy in Edmond, OK is seeking a Respiratory Care Specialist to provide direct patient care under physician orders and to consult with physicians on the effectiveness of therapy. You will collaborate with nursing staff and act as an advanced resource for respiratory care across the care team.

Qualifications include graduation from a CoARC-approved program, current RCP license, NBRC RRT credential, and PALS for ER. ACLS is preferred, and there may be physical demands as outlined in job documents.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Must hold a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.
• PALS required for ER situations.
• ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Patient care

Clinical collaboration

Respiratory care

Education

CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Job Profile SummaryOverview

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:

• QualificationsEducation: Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Licensure: Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Experience: None.
• 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 Licensure:
• Preferred Experience: Prefer critical care experience.
• Preferred Certifications:
• Preferred Other:

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.