Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) — Critical Care Leader

Mercy; Ardmore (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

32+ hours per pay period

Job summary

Mercy Ardmore seeks a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy under physician orders. The role includes consulting with physicians on therapy effectiveness and serving as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff.

Candidates must have an RRT credential and a CoArc-approved respiratory care program; licensure is required. ACLS is preferred; familiarity with emergency room protocols is a plus.

Qualifications

• Education: 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 NBRC. For ER coworkers, PALS is required.
• Other: Physical demands include push/pull/grip up to 50 lbs; pinch up to 10 lbs; kneel, crouch, crawl.
• Preferred Education: ACLS

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care according to physician orders.
• Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy.
• Acts as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing on respiratory care.
• Performs duties as assigned.

Education

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

ACLS

Job description

Mercy Ardmore seeks a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy under physician orders. The role includes consulting with physicians on therapy effectiveness and serving as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff.

Candidates must have an RRT credential and a CoArc-approved respiratory care program; licensure is required. ACLS is preferred; familiarity with emergency room protocols is a plus.