Respiratory Therapist - FT Days - Mercy South

Mercy; Waterloo (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient care across respiratory therapies in accordance with physician orders.

The role requires licensure as an RCP with NBRC-credentialed RRT and CoARC-approved education; PALS is required for ER staff. ACLS and critical-care exposure are preferred; no prior experience is required. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from NBRC.
• PALS required for ER coworkers.
• ACLS preferred.
• Experience: None.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care per 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.

Skills

Consult physicians on therapy

Education

CoARC approved Respiratory Care program

RCP licensure

NBRC RRT credential

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.