Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) — Patient Care Innovator

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Ada (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

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care across respiratory services in Ada, OK. You will follow physician orders, assess therapy effectiveness, and collaborate with physicians and nursing staff as an advanced resource for respiratory care.

Requirements include a CoARC-approved program, current RCP license, and NBRC RRT credential; PALS is needed for ER roles. The position emphasizes teamwork and patient-centered care within Mercy facilities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential awarded by NBRC.
• PALS required for coworkers in the Emergency Room.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

RRT Credential

Education

CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care across respiratory services in Ada, OK. You will follow physician orders, assess therapy effectiveness, and collaborate with physicians and nursing staff as an advanced resource for respiratory care.

Requirements include a CoARC-approved program, current RCP license, and NBRC RRT credential; PALS is needed for ER roles. The position emphasizes teamwork and patient-centered care within Mercy facilities.