Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full Time

Mercy; Piedmont (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care professional to provide direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy under physician orders. You will consult on therapy effectiveness and act as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff in respiratory care.

Requirements include graduation from a CoArc approved Respiratory Care program, current RCP license, and NBRC RRT credential. ACLS is preferred; PALS may be required for ER staff.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

RRT credential

Education

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

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.