Respiratory Therapist - FT Days - Mercy South

Mercy; Arnold (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Paid time off

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient care in respiratory services and to consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness. You will act as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff, performing duties as assigned and supporting patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes collaboration within Mercy’s care teams, compliance with licensure requirements, and use of respiratory care devices to deliver high-quality care across patient populations.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license per state requirements.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.
• ACLS and PALS as applicable for ER staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care per physician orders.
• Consult physicians on effectiveness of therapy.
• Serve as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing on respiratory care.
• Perform duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Respiratory therapy

Physician consultation

Education

CoArc-approved respiratory care program

RRT certification (NBRC)

State license as RCP

ACLS (preferred)

Tools

Respiratory care devices

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Overview

Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care, according to physician's orders. Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy. Acts as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing on respiratory care. Performs duties as assigned.

Position Details:

QualificationsEducation: Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.Licensure: Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.Experience: None.Certifications: Hold the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential awarded by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). For co-workers who work in the Emergency Room PALS is required.Other: Physical demands are attached plus push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs. Plus, pinch up to 10 lbs., kneel, crouch, and crawl minimally. Equipment Used: All appropriate respiratory care devices. Preferred Education: Acute Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)Preferred Licensure: Preferred Experience: Prefer critical care experience.Preferred Certifications: Preferred Other:

Why Mercy?

• From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.