Respiratory Therapist — Impactful Care + Great Benefits

Mercy; Crestwood (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy in Crestwood, MO is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient care across respiratory therapy under physician orders. You will consult on therapy effectiveness and collaborate with the medical team to optimize patient outcomes.

Requirements include a CoArc-approved Respiratory Care program and current RCP license with NBRC RRT credential. ACLS is preferred for ER staff, with a focus on safety and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care as part of respiratory care services.
• Consult physicians on therapy effectiveness.
• Serve as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff.

Skills

Direct patient care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

Job description

Mercy in Crestwood, MO is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient care across respiratory therapy under physician orders. You will consult on therapy effectiveness and collaborate with the medical team to optimize patient outcomes.

Requirements include a CoArc-approved Respiratory Care program and current RCP license with NBRC RRT credential. ACLS is preferred for ER staff, with a focus on safety and compassionate care.