Respiratory Therapist CRT / RRT

IHA; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Competitive differentials

Benefits from day one

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Springfield, MA is seeking a Staff Respiratory Therapist for day shifts. This full-time role includes supervising respiratory therapy and BG Lab operations, serving as liaison when the manager is not present, and contributing to quality audits.

You must have an accredited Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care, MA license, NBRC CRT/RRT, and current BLS/NRP; ACLS recommended. Sign-on bonus up to $10,000 and comprehensive benefits start day one.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Care with an Associate's Degree.
• Current State of MA Respiratory Therapist License.
• NBRC certification as CRT or RRT is required; BLS and NRP (or obtained within 90 days) are required; ACLS recommended.
• Hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clinical and general supervision of respiratory therapy and BG Lab operations.
• Serves as the key liaison for the respiratory therapy department when the manager is not present.
• Performs quality audits/data collection via chart reviews and staff interviews.
• Participates in hiring, orientation, and training of department staff.

Skills

Leadership

Quality audits

Staff training

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care

MA Respiratory Therapist License

NBRC CRT/RRT certification

Job description

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

***SIGN ON BONUS UP TO $10,000 FOR NEW COLLEAGUE!***

Position Purpose

Perform all duties associated with staff Respiratory Therapist

What You Will Do

• Clinical and general supervision of respiratory therapy and BG Lab operations
• Serves as the key liaison for the respiratory therapy department when manager is not present
• Performs quality audits/data collection as assigned via different methods such as chart reviews, staff interviews
• Participates in the hiring, orientation, and training of the department staff

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Care, minimum of a two-year Associate's Degree
• Current State of MA Respiratory Therapist License
• Hospital experience preferred
• NBRC certification as a Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT) is required. Current BLS and NRP (or obtained within 90 days of hire date); ACLS recommended

Position Highlights And Benefits

• 32hr, four 8hr shifts per week 7-3 (full time).
• Excellent Differentials
• ***SIGN ON BONUS UP TO $10,000 FOR NEW COLLEAGUE!***
• Excellent benefits starting day 1

Pay Range:

$30-48/hr

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education, including CRT vs. RRT. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Ministry/Facility Information

Mercy Medical Center has established itself as one of the leading providers of health care services in Western Massachusetts. Mercy Medical Center is a 182-bed acute care hospital in Springfield. Other facilities include Mercy's Rehabilitation Hospital, a comprehensive hospital-based rehabilitation center on the campus of Mercy Medical Center and Brightside for Families and Children, an outpatient service offering counseling and family support programs

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.