Registered Respiratory Therapist — Patient Care Innovator

Chapter 13 Trustee Middle District of Alabama; Arkansas; On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Care Practitioner to perform direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy, follow physician orders, consult on therapy effectiveness, and serve as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff. Requirements include graduation from a CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program, a current RCP license, and NBRC RRT credential.

PALS may be required for ER team members; ACLS is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care as ordered by physicians.
• Consult physicians on effectiveness of therapy.
• Act as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing on respiratory care.
• Perform duties as assigned.

Skills

Direct patient care

Physician consultation

Respiratory care devices

Education

RRT credential NBRC

RCP licensure

CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program

Job description

Mercy is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Care Practitioner to perform direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy, follow physician orders, consult on therapy effectiveness, and serve as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff. Requirements include graduation from a CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program, a current RCP license, and NBRC RRT credential.

PALS may be required for ER team members; ACLS is preferred.