Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full Time

Mercy; The Village (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy in The Village, OK is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care across respiratory therapy areas per physician orders. You will discuss therapy effectiveness with physicians and serve as a key resource for medical staff.

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

Qualifications

• Graduate of COARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Hold NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential. For ER staff, PALS is required.
• ACLS is preferred.
• Critical care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.

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.