Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care & Tuition Support

Chapter 13 Trustee Middle District of Alabama; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care professional to provide direct patient care and consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness. The role serves as an advanced resource for the care team and performs assigned duties in accordance with physician orders.

Must graduate from a CoArc approved program, hold an RCP license, and possess an NBRC RRT credential. ACLS encouraged; PALS required for ER staff where applicable. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits as part of a caring team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• RRT NBRC credential required; PALS for ER where applicable.
• ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Direct patient care

Physician consultation

Team collaboration

Education

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

RRT credential NBRC

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care professional to provide direct patient care and consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness. The role serves as an advanced resource for the care team and performs assigned duties in accordance with physician orders.

Must graduate from a CoArc approved program, hold an RCP license, and possess an NBRC RRT credential. ACLS encouraged; PALS required for ER staff where applicable. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits as part of a caring team.