Respiratory Therapist: ICU Care, Sign-On & Relocation

MU Health Care; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement options

Job summary

MU Health Care is seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist, Registered, to join the Respiratory Therapy Department at University Hospital in Columbia, MO. The role involves independent respiratory care delivery across general, progressive care units and ICU, following approved protocols and participating in Code Blue, Rapid Response, and Trauma Response Team activities.

The position emphasizes patient documentation in electronic medical records, infection control, safety standards, and

Qualifications

• Must hold RCP/CRT/RRT credentials per Missouri board.
• Experience in respiratory care, ICU and emergency settings preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to document care accurately in electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapy procedures per approved protocols.
• Participate in Code Blue, Rapid Response and Trauma Response Team activities.
• Document patient care in the electronic medical record accurately.
• Educate and advise patients’ families on respiratory procedures and safety.

Skills

RRT

Emergency care

Documentation in EHR

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care

NBRC CRT within 1 month

RRT within 1 year

Tools

Ventilators

Pulmonary function testing equipment

Job description

MU Health Care is seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist, Registered, to join the Respiratory Therapy Department at University Hospital in Columbia, MO. The role involves independent respiratory care delivery across general, progressive care units and ICU, following approved protocols and participating in Code Blue, Rapid Response, and Trauma Response Team activities.

The position emphasizes patient documentation in electronic medical records, infection control, safety standards, and