Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Impactful Patient Care

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Prescription drugs

Dental plan

Vision plan

Behavioral health services

Telemedicine

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Job summary

HCA Healthcare's Overland Park Regional Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to guide patients through routine care and critical moments. You will perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures across emergency, ICU, and acute settings, using advanced respiratory technology and a collaborative team to deliver safe, high-quality care.

Qualifications include NBRC-RRT certification, state licensure, an associate degree, BLS within 30 days and PALS within six months.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of respiratory therapy procedures and patient assessment
• Certification: NBRC-RRT and state credential where applicable
• BLS required within 30 days of employment; PALS within 6 months

Responsibilities

• Assess respiratory status and determine need for interventions.
• Deliver oxygen support, aerosolized meds, airway clearance therapies.
• Manage ventilation and airways including invasive/noninvasive support.
• Educate patients and families; collaborate with physicians and nurses; assist newborn stabilization when needed.
• Maintain equipment and follow infection prevention standards.

Skills

Respiratory therapy knowledge

Patient assessment

Ventilation management

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Associate Degree

NBRC-RRT

PALS certification within 6 months

Tools

Ventilators & respiratory equipment

Airway management tools

Job description

HCA Healthcare's Overland Park Regional Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to guide patients through routine care and critical moments. You will perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures across emergency, ICU, and acute settings, using advanced respiratory technology and a collaborative team to deliver safe, high-quality care.

Qualifications include NBRC-RRT certification, state licensure, an associate degree, BLS within 30 days and PALS within six months.