Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full Time

Mercy; 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 assistance

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient care in accordance with physician orders, consult on therapy effectiveness, and serve as an advanced resource for the care team. The role requires an RRT credential (NBRC) and an active RCP license, with ACLS preferred.

ER aides may require PALS in some cases. This position emphasizes collaboration with physicians and nursing staff to optimize respiratory care and patient outcomes while handling a range of respiratory

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Meet state licensure requirements and hold a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• RRT credential issued by NBRC; PALS required for ER staff.
• ACL S preferred education; critical care experience preferred.
• Ability to perform direct patient care and operate respiratory care devices.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Patient care

Clinical communication

Critical thinking

Education

CoARC approved Respiratory Care program

Tools

Respiratory equipment handling

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

• 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 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.