Respiratory Therapist - Mercy South - $20K Bonus

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Mercy South in St. Louis, MO is hiring Registered Respiratory Therapists for day and night shifts. Openings include part-time (24 hours/week) and full-time (36 hours/week).

A $20,000 sign-on bonus is available for RRTs. Staff will train and rotate to the NICU, providing direct patient care under physician orders and collaborating with physicians and nursing teams. Candidates must graduate from a CoARC-approved program, hold an RCP license, and possess NBRC RRT credentials; PALS is required for

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• RRT NBRC credential; PALS if ER.
• ACLS preferred; critical care experience preferred.

Responsabilités

• Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care, per physician orders.
• Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy.
• Acts as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing on respiratory care.
• Performs duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Direct patient care

Physician consultation

Team collaboration

Critical care experience

Formation

CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program

NBRC RRT certification

ACLS certification

Description du poste

Find your calling at Mercy!

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 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.