Respiratory Therapist - FT Days - Mercy South

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care across the respiratory care spectrum under physician orders.

You will support critical care teams, consult on therapy effectiveness, and serve as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff. A full-time position with day shifts is available, with a $20,000 sign-on bonus for qualified RRTs.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Licensure: Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Certifications: NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential; PALS required in ER.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care in respiratory care per physician orders.
• Consults physicians on therapy effectiveness and adjusts treatment as needed.
• Serves as a resource for physicians and nursing staff; assists with equipment and procedures.

Skills

Critical care experience

Education

CoARC approved Respiratory Care program

RCP licensure

RRT certification (NBRC)

Job description

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

Mercy South

• Will consider Certified Respiratory Therapists*

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

Mercy South

Registered Respiratory Therapist

• Will consider Certified Respiratory Therapists*

Full Time Days - 36 hours/week

$20,000 Sign on Bonus Available for RRTs

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.

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.

Licensure: Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.

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.

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.