Registered Respiratory Therapist (Full Time)

Azza HealthCare Agency; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to deliver expert respiratory care across neonatal, pediatric, and critical care settings. You will follow physician orders, assess patients, and manage ventilators while educating families and collaborating with the care team.

The role emphasizes safety, infection prevention, and high-quality care in a fast-paced environment. BLS, NRP, and PALS are required or obtained after hire.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory care program.
• Current state respiratory care license.
• RRT credential (NBRC) required.
• BLS certification; NRP and PALS may be obtained after hire.
• Strong communication, assessment, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, patient-centered care.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree and NICU/PICU experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive respiratory therapy according to physician orders and clinical protocols.
• Assess patient conditions, evaluate treatment effectiveness, and apply critical clinical judgment.
• Manage ventilators and provide life-support in critical care environments.
• Assist with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Educate patients and families and develop/update care plans as conditions change.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, including rounds and communication of patient progress.
• Support safety and quality by following infection prevention, medication safety, identification, documentation, and regulatory requirements; maintain confidentiality.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain respiratory equipment; manage oxygen systems, inventory, and equipment processing.
• Mentor and serve as a resource/preceptor when appropriate.

Skills

Communication

Assessment

Critical thinking

Patient-centered care

Education

Respiratory care program graduate

State license

RRT NBRC

BLS; NRP; PALS

Bachelor’s degree preferred

NICU/PICU experience preferred

NBRC NPS credential preferred

Job description

As a Registered Respiratory Therapist, you deliver expert respiratory care across neonatal, pediatric, and critical care settings to help patients breathe easier and recover faster.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive respiratory therapy according to physician orders and clinical protocols.
• Assess patient conditions, evaluate treatment effectiveness, and apply critical clinical judgment.
• Manage ventilators and provide life-support support in critical care environments.
• Assist with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Educate patients and families and develop/update care plans as conditions change.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, including participating in rounds and communicating patient progress and changes.
• Support safety and quality by following infection prevention, medication safety, identification, documentation, and regulatory requirements; maintain confidentiality.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain respiratory equipment; manage oxygen systems, inventory, and equipment processing.
• Mentor and serve as a resource/preceptor when appropriate.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory care program.
• Current state respiratory care license.
• RRT credential (NBRC).
• BLS certification; NRP and PALS required (may be obtained after hire).
• Strong communication, assessment, and critical-thinking skills; ability to thrive in fast-paced, patient-centered care.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree, neonatal/pediatric intensive care experience, and NPS credential (NBRC).