Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full Time

Mercy; Tuttle (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy in Oklahoma is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care for patients, following physician orders and consulting on therapy effectiveness. You will act as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff in respiratory care and perform duties as assigned.

Requirements include graduation from a CoARC‑approved Respiratory Care program, current RCP licensure, and NBRC RRT credential. ACLS is preferred; prior critical care experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Hold NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license as required by state.
• ACLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care per physician orders.
• Consult physicians on the effectiveness of therapy.
• Act as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff on respiratory care.

Education

CoARC approved Respiratory Care program

RRT credential (NBRC)

RCP licensure (state)

ACLS (preferred)

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.