Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full Time

Jobtome; Nicoma Park (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans for 32+ hours

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient care across all respiratory modalities per physician orders. You will collaborate with physicians to assess therapy effectiveness and serve as a resource to the care team.

The role emphasizes patient-focused care, device management, and adherence to licensure and NBRC credentials. There may be duties tied to emergency room protocols and cross-team support.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license and state licensure.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• PALS required for team members in Emergency Room.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care as ordered by physicians.
• Consult with physicians on the effectiveness of therapy.
• Act as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing staff on respiratory care.
• Perform duties as assigned.

Education

CoARC approved Respiratory Care program

Tools

Respiratory care devices

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.