Respiratory Therapist - Full Time

Vetted Solutions; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Vetted Solutions seeks a pediatric respiratory therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care within our hospital setting. The role emphasizes assessment, diagnosis, planning, and treatment under department guidelines to ensure patient safety and high-quality care.

You will support the healthcare team, educate patients and families, and engage in continuous learning while performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy is required.
• Licenses and certifications including Respiratory Care Practitioner, RRT, and Basic Life Support are required.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• No prior experience required; ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Communicates effectively through documentation, handoffs, and collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Educates patients, families, and staff on respiratory treatments and procedures, utilizing diverse learning styles.
• Pursues continuous learning, prioritizes duties, and manages time efficiently.
• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to established standards, troubleshooting as needed.
• Supports advanced clinical duties such as ECMO, ventilator support, bronchoscopies, sleep studies, and cardiopulmonary rehab when necessary.

Skills

Communication

Patient education

Time management

Continuous learning

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Respiratory Care Practitioner license

RRT credential

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Bachelor's degree in related field (preferred)

Job description

Role Overview

Provides comprehensive respiratory care, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, and treatment within hospital and department guidelines. Demonstrates advanced clinical expertise, supporting the healthcare team and ensuring patient safety through developmentally appropriate care. Acts as a resource for others by applying scientific knowledge and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Communicates effectively through documentation, handoffs, and collaboration with the healthcare team.


• Educates patients, families, and staff on respiratory treatments and procedures, utilizing diverse learning styles.


• Pursues continuous learning, prioritizes duties, and manages time efficiently.


• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to established standards, troubleshooting as needed.


• Supports advanced clinical duties such as ECMO, ventilator support, bronchoscopies, sleep studies, and cardiopulmonary rehab when necessary.

Qualifications & Skills

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program.


• Licenses and certifications including Respiratory Care Practitioner, RRT, and Basic Cardiovascular Life Support.


• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in a related field.


• No prior experience required; ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Additional Details

The role offers full-time employment with a rotating schedule, including day and night shifts. The position emphasizes providing high-quality, patient-centered care and supporting professional growth in a top-ranked pediatric hospital environment.

• Comprehensive health coverage


• Retirement plans


• Tuition assistance


• Paid time off