Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Care - Part Time - Day Shift

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation bonus

Certification pay

Career ladder bonus

Job summary

Join CoxHealth South in Springfield, MO as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Provide professional respiratory care across multiple acute settings, including critical care units and ED, while delivering ventilator management, intubations, and arterial line procedures.

Maintain high standards of patient care and documentation in a fast-paced environment. This role supports ongoing professional growth with a defined career ladder, sign-on and relocation bonuses, and certification pay.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory program.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care across acute settings while practicing at the top of license.
• Support 6 critical care units, a 28,000 sq ft Emergency Department, and 9 inpatient floors.
• Perform arterial line placement and intubations.
• Deliver care using ventilator management, non-invasive support, and therapy protocols.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Patient assessment

Documentation

Infection control

Critical thinking

Education

Graduate of accredited Respiratory Program

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Facility:CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807Department:1083 Respiratory Care Unit SouthScheduled Weekly Hours:24Hours:24Work Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).BenefitsMedical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealthJoin a high-performing Respiratory Care Department at Cox South, where you’ll work alongside skilled clinicians, supportive physicians, and dedicated care teams in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment.What You’ll DoProvide respiratory care across a wide range of acute settings while practicing at the top of your license, including:• Supporting 6 critical care units, a 28,000 square foot Emergency Department, and 9 inpatient floors• Performing advanced procedures such as arterial line placement and intubations• Delivering care using cutting-edge ventilator management, non-invasive support, and therapy protocolsWhy Join Our Team• Self-scheduling options that promote work-life balance• Collaborative environment with a dedicated pulmonology group of 8 physicians• Strong leadership support from a Medical Director who champions respiratory therapy as a vital part of the care team• Exceptional interdisciplinary relationships with nursing and physicians who rely on your expertise• Opportunity to continuously grow your skills and practice at the top of your licensureWe are a team grounded in compassion, integrity, respect, and teamwork. We believe every patient should be cared for as if they were someone dear to you.About SpringfieldSpringfield offers the perfect blend of city amenities and outdoor adventure, including the Wonders of Wildlife Aquarium, Springfield Cardinals baseball, nearby Branson entertainment, scenic state parks, and a vibrant downtown.Job Description:Job SummaryThe Registered Respiratory Therapist provides professional respiratory focused intervention during all phases of the patient care stay. The Registered Respiratory Therapist assesses and assists in the determination of a respiratory plan of care based on physical assessment, diagnosis, and patient history. The Registered Respiratory Therapist may provide medicated and non-medicated therapies, invasive and noninvasive ventilation, oxygen administration and titration, diagnostic testing as related to ventilation and pulmonary function as well as arterial blood gas analysis.Additional InformationUp to $3000 Sign-On Bonus24 hours of front-loaded Paid Time OffUp to $3000 Relocation bonusUp to $1.50 Certification pay$0.50 BS payCareer Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5000Job RequirementEducation: Required: Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Program Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in a related fieldExperience: No prior experience requiredSkills: Provides care as appropriate to age of population served. Proficient in safely providing all routine and emergent respiratory modalities. Able to assess patients and provide patient care per protocol. Provide accurate and appropriate electronic documentation. Provide accurate and appropriate education to patients, students and new staff. Possesses assessment and critical thinking skills Possesses in depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology Adheres to infection prevention practices and facility safety policies and procedures.Licensure/Certification/Registration: Missouri State License for Respiratory RRT credential from the NBRC Must obtain BLS within 90 days of hire