Registered Respiratory Therapist - Full Time (Pulmonary Rehab)

Mercy; Warr Acres (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement matching

Job summary

Mercy in Warr Acres, OK is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient care per physician orders, consult on therapy effectiveness, and serve as an advanced resource for the care team.

Requirements include graduation from a CoARC-approved program, current RCP license, NBRC RRT credential, and ACLS if employed in the ER; no prior experience required. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program.
• Holds a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• NBRC RRT credential required.
• ACLS is preferred for ER assignments.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care.
• Consult physicians on effectiveness of therapy.
• Serve as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff.
• Perform duties as assigned.

Skills

Direct patient care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication with physicians

Critical thinking

Education

CoARC approved Respiratory Care program

RRT NBRC credential

RCP license (state)

ACLS (preferred)

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.