Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full Time (Pulmonary Rehab)

Mercy; Mustang (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is hiring a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy per physician orders and to consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness. The role serves as an advanced resource to physicians and nursing staff.

Qualifications include graduation from a CoArc approved program, a current RCP license, and NBRC RRT credential. PALS is required for ER staff, with ACLS as a preferred certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Experience: None.
• Hold the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential awarded by the NBRC.
• PALS is required for workers in the Emergency Room (ER).
• ACLS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care according to physician's orders.
• Consults physicians on the effectiveness of therapy.
• Acts as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing on respiratory care.
• Performs duties as assigned.

Skills

Respiratory care knowledge

Patient care

Education

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! 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:

QualificationsEducation: 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.