Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full-Time/Overnight

Northshore Home Health Care; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Northshore Home Health Care is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient respiratory care based on physician orders. You will serve as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff, performing therapies and evaluating outcomes.

Applicants must be a graduate of a CoARC-approved respiratory care program with an RCP license and NBRC RRT credential; PALS is required for ER staff, with ACLS and critical care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program with RCP license and NBRC RRT credential.
• PALS certification required for ER staff.
• ACLS certification and critical care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient respiratory care based on physician orders.
• Performs respiratory therapies and consults on therapy effectiveness.
• Acts as a knowledgeable resource for clinical teams.

Skills

Communication

Clinical assessment

Respiratory devices

Education

CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program

NBRC RRT credential

Job description

Role:

Provides direct patient respiratory care based on physician orders, serving as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff.

Responsibilities:

Performs respiratory therapies, consults on therapy effectiveness, and acts as a knowledgeable resource for clinical teams.

Qualifications:

Graduate of a CoArc-approved Respiratory Care program, current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license, and NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential. PALS certification required for emergency room staff. Preferred qualifications include ACLS certification and critical care experience.

Skills & Demands:

Proficient with respiratory care devices, capable of physical tasks such as pushing, pulling, gripping up to 50 lbs., and minimal kneeling or crouching. Strong communication and clinical assessment skills are essential.

Benefits & Culture:

Offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, tuition assistance, and retirement plans. Join a collaborative team committed to innovation, compassion, and professional growth.