Respiratory Care Coordinator - Full Time

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to support the respiratory care department across operations and patient care. The role includes direct patient care per physician orders, coordination of care, and serving as a clinical resource to staff.

One year hospital experience and active RRT credential required; ACLS/NRP/PALS may be required for neonatal/pediatric areas. You'll participate in evaluating staff responsibilities, assist in planning and implementing departmental initiatives, and align

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate from an Accredited College Program in Respiratory Care.
• Licensure: Must have a current license in the state of practice.
• Experience: One year as a respiratory therapist in a hospital setting.
• Certifications: Registered as a therapist by the NBRC (RRT). BLS. ACLS for Adult areas and NRP/PALS if working Neonatal/Pediatric areas.
• Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree.
• Preferred Experience: 3-5 years RRT (2+ years at Mercy).
• Preferred Other: Trained in ICU, NICU, PICU, ED, CORE or willing to be trained.

Responsibilities

• Assists in planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation of operations and patient care in the respiratory care department.
• Serves as a clinical resource to staff and patients in the department.
• Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy according to physicians' orders.
• Assumes managerial duties delegated by the Supervisor, Manager and/or Director.
• Assesses and evaluates employees' responsibilities in a manner consistent with Corporate Values.
• Performs duties consistent with Mercy mission, values and service standards.

Skills

RRT

Respiratory Therapy

BLS

ACLS

NRP/PALS

Education

Graduate from an Accredited College Program in Respiratory Care

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Assists in the planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation of the operations and patient care in the respiratory care department. Serves as a clinical resource to staff and patients in the department. Functions as a staff member in the department as needed. Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy according to physicians' orders. Assumes managerial duties delegated by the Supervisor, Manager and/or Director. Assess and evaluates employees' responsibilities in a manner consistent with Corporate Values. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Job Description

Assists in the planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation of the operations and patient care in the respiratory care department. Serves as a clinical resource to staff and patients in the department. Functions as a staff member in the department as needed. Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy according to physicians' orders. Assumes managerial duties delegated by the Supervisor, Manager and/or Director. Assess and evaluates employees' responsibilities in a manner consistent with Corporate Values. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate from an Accredited College Program in Respiratory Care.
• Licensure: Must have a current license in the state of practice.
• Experience: One year as a respiratory therapist in a hospital setting.
• Certifications: Registered as a therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care (RRT). BLS. Must be current in ACLS for Adult areas and NRP/PALS if working Neonatal/Pediatric areas.
• Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree.
• Preferred Experience: 3-5 years RRT (2+ years at Mercy).
• Preferred Other: Trained in all areas (ICU, NICU, PICU, ED, CORE) or willing to be trained.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period. Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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