Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full Time

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

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to perform direct patient care under physician orders, consult physicians on therapy effectiveness, and act as an advanced resource for the care team in respiratory care.

Requirements include graduation from a CoARC-approved program, current RCP license, NBRC RRT credential, and PALS for ER staff; ACLS preferred. Join Mercy in Oklahoma for a collaborative, compassionate care environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• PALS required for ER coworkers.
• ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Patient care

Respiratory therapy

Physician consultation

Communication

ACLS

Education

CoARC accredited program

Tools

NBRC RRT credential

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.