Respiratory Therapist

Mental Health Association of Rochester; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mental Health Association of Rochester is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to assess, treat, and care for patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders. The role involves performing diagnostic tests, administering therapeutic treatments, and providing direct patient care to support safer breathing and improved clinical outcomes.

Key duties include evaluating patient respiratory status, conducting diagnostic testing, delivering respiratory therapies, collaborating with physicians and

Qualifications

• Strong clinical knowledge of pulmonary and cardiopulmonary care.
• Ability to perform diagnostic assessments and therapeutic procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills in a healthcare setting.
• Commitment to continuous learning and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient respiratory status and develop appropriate treatment interventions.
• Conduct diagnostic testing and interpret results to guide care.
• Deliver respiratory therapies and monitor patient response.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care focused on lifesaving outcomes.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Diagnostic procedures

Communication & teamwork

Continuous learning

Job description

Role: Respiratory Therapist (Healthcare & Medical Services)

Assess, treat, and care for patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders. Perform diagnostic tests, administer therapeutic treatments, and provide direct patient care to support safer breathing and improved clinical outcomes.

Key duties

• Evaluate patient respiratory status and develop appropriate treatment interventions.
• Conduct diagnostic testing and interpret results to guide care.
• Deliver respiratory therapies and monitor patient response.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care focused on lifesaving outcomes.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong clinical knowledge of pulmonary and cardiopulmonary care.
• Ability to perform diagnostic assessments and therapeutic procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills in a healthcare setting.
• Commitment to continuous learning and quality improvement.