Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full Time

Jobtome; Luther (OK); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans for 32+ hours

Descripción de la vacante

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to perform direct patient care in respiratory therapy under physician orders in a hospital setting in Oklahoma. The role emphasizes teamwork with physicians and nursing staff, assessing treatment effectiveness, and acting as a clinical resource.

Ideal candidates will be a graduate of a CoArc approved program, hold an RCP license, and possess or be willing to obtain an NBRC RRT credential. ACLS is preferred, and PALS may be required for ER staff.

Formación

• Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• RRT credential by NBRC required.
• PALS required for Emergency Room staff.
• ACLS preferred.
• No prior experience required; ability to meet physical demands at work.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct patient care in respiratory therapy per physician orders.
• Consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness and progress.
• Serve as a resource for nursing and medical staff on respiratory care.
• Perform duties as assigned by supervisors.

Conocimientos

Patient care

Communicating with physicians

Educación

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

Descripción del empleo

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.