Registered Respiratory Therapist — Inpatient Care Leader

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Incentives up to $17,000

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Springfield is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a full-time role in inpatient respiratory care. You will deliver therapies per physician orders and act as a clinical resource for physicians, nurses, patients, and families in a variety of inpatient settings.

Rewards include a $10,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance up to $7,000, plus comprehensive benefits starting on day one, with opportunities to grow in a respected clinical team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license meeting state requirements.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential NBRC.
• Ability to perform physical requirements up to 50 pounds.
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and patient advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory treatments and therapies according to physician orders.
• Consult physicians on effectiveness of therapy and course of care.
• Serve as a clinical resource for physicians and nursing staff.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care plans and treatments.
• Participate in physician rounds and interdisciplinary care planning.
• Document patient care accurately and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain respiratory care equipment.
• Provide mentorship and precepting as needed.
• Stay current on evidence-based practices and respiratory care advancements.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Patient advocacy

Education

CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care Program

Job description

Mercy Hospital Springfield is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a full-time role in inpatient respiratory care. You will deliver therapies per physician orders and act as a clinical resource for physicians, nurses, patients, and families in a variety of inpatient settings.

Rewards include a $10,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance up to $7,000, plus comprehensive benefits starting on day one, with opportunities to grow in a respected clinical team.