Respiratory Therapist - Mercy South - $20k Bonus

Mercy; Crestwood (MO); Vor Ort; USD 54.000 - 76.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Sign-on bonus $20,000

Zusammenfassung

Mercy South in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy, per physician orders, and to consult on therapy effectiveness. The role acts as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff, with duties as assigned.

Openings include day and night shifts; part-time (24 hours/week) and full-time (36 hours/week) positions. A $20,000 sign-on bonus is available for RRTs, with NICU rotation training.

Qualifikationen

• Graduate of a CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• PALS required for ER; ACLS preferred.
• Critical care experience is preferred.

Aufgaben

• Perform direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care per physician orders.
• Consult physicians on effectiveness of therapy and progress.
• Serve as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff.
• Rotate to NICU assignments as part of training and duties.

Kenntnisse

Critical care experience

Ausbildung

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

ACLS preferred

Tools

PALS certification

NBRC RRT credential

Jobbeschreibung

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Job Profile Summary

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

Mercy South

10010 Kennerly Rd

St. Louis, MO 63128

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Day and Night Shift Openings

Part- (24 hours/week) and Full-Time (36 hours/week) Available

$20,000 Sign on Bonus Available for RRTs

All Part- and Full-Time RTs will train on and be assigned to the NICU on a rotating basis.

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.

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.

Licensure: Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.

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.

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.