Respiratory Therapist — Critical Care & Ventilation

Research Medical Center; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition assistance

Certification support

Fertility / family building benefits

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Research Medical Center seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to guide patients through routine and critical care, using advanced respiratory technology and experienced mentorship. You will work within a collaborative team, ensuring patient safety, and supporting ongoing professional growth.

New graduates are welcome; roles include ventilation management, diagnostic procedures, and newborn stabilization when required.

Qualifications

• ACLS required within 6 months of start date.
• BLS certification required.
• NBRC-RRT credential required.
• RRT/RCP-State licensure required.
• Bachelor's or Associate degree required.

Responsibilities

• Assess respiratory status through exams, breath sounds, and airway patency to determine interventions.
• Deliver evidence-based therapy including O2, aerosols, and airway clearance in various settings.
• Manage ventilation and airway support, including invasive and noninvasive modes.
• Educate patients and families; collaborate with physicians and nurses; assist with newborn stabilization as needed.
• Maintain and sterilize equipment; ensure readiness and infection prevention standards.

Skills

ACLS within 6m

BLS

NBRC-RRT

RRT/RCP-State

Bachelor or Associate

Education

Bachelor or Associate Degree

State Licensure: RRT/RCP

Job description

Research Medical Center seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to guide patients through routine and critical care, using advanced respiratory technology and experienced mentorship. You will work within a collaborative team, ensuring patient safety, and supporting ongoing professional growth.

New graduates are welcome; roles include ventilation management, diagnostic procedures, and newborn stabilization when required.