Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full Time Nights

CONSUMER DIRECTED SERVICES INC.; Ballwin (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

CONSUMER DIRECTED SERVICES INC. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive care for infants and adults within a Magnet-designated hospital. You will assess, diagnose, plan, and implement treatments, while educating patients and training staff to ensure high-quality, age-appropriate care.

Role emphasizes collaboration with the healthcare team, excellent documentation, and patient safety. Qualified candidates include an Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy; a Bachelor's is

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Licenses and certifications including RRT, BLS.
• Ability to apply advanced clinical knowledge and troubleshoot equipment.
• Students within 6 months of graduation encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures per established standards.
• Document and communicate effectively with the team.
• Educate patients, families, and staff using diverse learning styles.
• Maintain accountability, seek continuous learning, and manage multiple duties.
• Support advanced procedures such as mechanical ventilation, bronchoscopy, and critical care support as needed.

Skills

Communication

Patient education

Equipment troubleshooting

Time management

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Role Overview

Provides comprehensive respiratory care to infants and adults, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, and implementation of treatment within hospital guidelines. Demonstrates advanced clinical expertise, serving as a resource to the healthcare team and ensuring patient safety through age-appropriate, high-quality care. Participates in patient education, training staff, and collaborating with the team for optimal outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures according to established standards.
• Communicates effectively through documentation and team collaboration.
• Provides education to patients, families, and staff, utilizing diverse learning styles.
• Maintains accountability, seeks continuous learning, and manages multiple duties efficiently.
• Supports advanced procedures such as mechanical ventilation, bronchoscopy, and critical care support as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

• Associates degree from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Licenses and certifications including Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT), Basic Cardiovascular Life Support (BLS).
• Ability to apply advanced clinical knowledge, troubleshoot equipment, and support critical care procedures.
• No prior experience required; students within 6 months of graduation are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

• Offers a clinical ladder program to recognize excellence.
• Provides a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off.
• Opportunity to join a high-quality, Magnet-designated hospital committed to nursing and patient care excellence.