Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full Time (Pulmonary Rehab)

Mercy; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient care across respiratory therapies, following physician orders. The role requires eligibility for state licensure and a current RCP credential with NBRC RRT.

For ER duties, PALS is required, and ACLS is preferred. The position involves lifting and physical demands consistent with hospital respiratory care roles, with opportunities to collaborate closely with physicians and nursing staff.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) in state with NBRC RRT credential.
• PALS is required for ER duties.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care per physician orders.
• Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy and acts as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing on respiratory care.
• Performs duties as assigned, with physical demands including lifting and mobility requirements.

Skills

Respiratory care

RRT credential

PALS

ACLS

Communication

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.