Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full Time

Mercy; El Reno (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Tuition support

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy in Oklahoma is seeking a Respiratory Care professional to perform direct patient care under physician orders, consult on therapy effectiveness, and act as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff.

Requirements include graduation from a CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program, current RCP license, NBRC RRT credential, and PALS for ER; ACLS is preferred. The role involves physical demands and offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to contribute to patient care.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Licensure: Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Experience: None.
• Certifications: NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). For ER, PALS is required.
• Other: Physical demands include push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs; pinch up to 10 lbs; kneel, crouch, crawl as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in all respiratory care aspects per physician orders.
• Consult physicians on effectiveness of therapy.
• Serve as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff in respiratory care.
• Perform any duties as assigned.

Education

CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program

ACLS

Tools

Respiratory care equipment

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Job Profile Summary

Overview

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

Qualifications

• Education: 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 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.