Respiratory Care Practitioner - Weekend Option

Rock Health; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Flexible payment options

Tuition coverage

Job summary

Rock Health seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide evaluation, care, and therapeutic services for pediatric patients. The role requires night shift, full-time schedule, and teamwork with families and clinical staff.

Responsibilities include assessing patients, developing care plans, administering treatments, monitoring conditions, educating families, and maintaining equipment while following safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy or equivalent.
• Current professional licenses and certifications (BLS, RRT) as applicable.
• Prior experience is not required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop care plans.
• Administer respiratory treatments and monitor progress.
• Educate patients and families about care plans.
• Perform and coordinate with equipment maintenance and safety protocols.
• Respond to emergencies and ensure patient safety.
• Collaborate with nursing and medical staff for optimal care.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Ability to work in alertness state

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy

BLS certification

RRT certification

Job description

Seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide evaluation, care, and therapeutic services for pediatric patients.

Responsibilities include assessing patients, developing care plans, administering treatments, monitoring patient conditions, and educating patients and families. The role involves equipment maintenance, responding to emergencies, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.

Qualifications include an associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or equivalent, with required professional licenses and certifications such as BLS and RRT in the respective states. Prior experience is not mandatory.

Skills needed are excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a constant alertness state. Physical requirements include standing, walking, lifting, and operating equipment.

This full-time night shift role offers benefits like paid parental leave, flexible payment options, and tuition coverage. Focused on making a difference in pediatric respiratory care, the position emphasizes patient safety, education, and teamwork.