Respiratory Therapist - GIG/Flex/Per Diem/PRN

The VIOS Clinic; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Incentives

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

The VIOS Clinic in Springfield, MO is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care under physician orders and to consult on therapy effectiveness as an advanced resource for the clinical team. Applicants must graduate from a CoArc-approved Respiratory Care program, hold a current RCP license, and be NBRC-certified (RRT/CRT).

ACLS is required, PALS for ER staff; minimum one year of experience; ability to lift up to 50 lbs and handle respiratory equipment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoArc-approved Respiratory Care program with a current RCP license.
• NBRC-certified RRT or CRT credential.
• ACLS certification is required; PALS is required for ER staff.
• Minimum of one year of experience, excluding orientation.
• Ability to handle respiratory equipment and perform lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Critical care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive respiratory care for patients.
• Collaborate with physicians on therapy effectiveness.
• Serve as an advanced resource for clinical staff.
• Utilize respiratory care devices as appropriate.
• Maintain professionalism, compassion, and advocacy in patient care.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Clinical collaboration

Patient advocacy

Equipment handling

Critical care experience

Education

CoArc-approved Respiratory Care program

RCP license

NBRC-certified RRT or CRT

ACLS certification

PALS certification for ER staff

Tools

Respiratory equipment handling

Job description

Role Overview: Provides direct patient care in respiratory therapy, following physician orders. Acts as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff, consulting on therapy effectiveness and performing assigned duties.

Qualifications: Graduate of a CoArc-approved Respiratory Care program, with a current RCP license. Holds NBRC-certified RRT or CRT credential. ACLS certification is required; PALS is required for ER staff. Minimum of one year of experience, excluding orientation. Ability to handle respiratory equipment and physical demands such as lifting up to 50 lbs. Critical care experience preferred.

Skills & Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive respiratory care for patients
• Collaborate with physicians on therapy effectiveness
• Serve as an advanced resource for clinical staff
• Utilize all appropriate respiratory care devices
• Maintain professionalism, compassion, and advocacy in patient care

Additional Information

Offers flexible shifts (day/night), with incentives and no mandatory weekends or holidays. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, tuition support, and retirement plans. Join a collaborative team dedicated to compassionate, innovative healthcare.