Respiratory Therapist- Nights

Mercy Medical Center, Inc.; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits and wellness program

403(b) retirement plan with company  +

Paid Time Off (PTO) & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Mental Health resources

Disability benefits

Voluntary benefits

Discounts on insurance & Verizon plans

Rewards & Recognition program

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center, Inc. seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist for the night shift to provide comprehensive respiratory care across all age groups. You will assess, implement therapies, and manage ventilator support in a busy hospital setting.

The role requires AMA-approved therapy training, state licensure, and relevant certifications, with preference for ICU/NICU experience. Opportunities for growth and patient-centered care are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy program.
• One year experience preferred, new graduates are acceptable.
• ICU and NICU experience preferred.
• CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist) credential.
• Maryland Board of Respiratory Care license.
• BLS for Health Care Provider preferred, NBRC certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical assessment, treatment, and diagnostic respiratory services for neonatal to geriatric patients.
• Administer therapies and manage ventilator support per protocols and department policies.
• Initiate and maintain respiratory equipment and respond promptly in clinical situations.

Education

AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy program

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Summary

Join Our Team at Mercy Medical Center - Now Hiring a Respiratory Therapist!

Mercy Medical Center is honored to be recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies for three consecutive years (2023-2025) and as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women in 2025. Additionally, we are proud to be a multi-time recipient of Forbes' America's Best Midsize Employers award, most recently in 2025.

As a hospital founded by the Sisters of Mercy, we offer a supportive and empowering environment where dedicated medical professionals thrive. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact through your work and contributing to a mission of compassionate care,

Responsibilities

The Registered Respiratory Therapist provides clinical assessment, treatment, and diagnostic respiratory services for all neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients for whom care has been prescribed. Responsibilities include but are not limited to knowledge of pulmonary disease processes and the therapies associated with their treatments. Implementation of pharmacological therapy by established protocols, ventilator management, administration of all other related treatments and procedures provided by the respiratory care department according to departmental policies and procedures. Initiate and maintain all respiratory equipment, respond in a timely manner, make appropriate decisions in both clinical and professional situations and appropriately apply departmental and hospital guidelines, policies, and procedures.

Shift: 7:00 pm - 7:00 am; 72 hours biweekly

Requirements

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED
• Graduate of Respiratory Therapy from an AMA approved school of Respiratory Care
• One year experience preferred, new graduates are acceptable
• ICU & NICU experience preferred
• CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist)credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care
• Maryland Board of Physicians Respiratory Care License
• BLS- Health Care Provider preferred, Certified by the National Board of Respiratory Care

Min

USD $34.43/Hr.

Max

USD $61.97/Hr.

Salary Information

Compensation decisions are made in alignment with internal equity, role scope, and market data to ensure fair and consistent pay practices. Most new hires are typically placed within the lower to mid-portion of the range; offers above that level are reserved for candidates with advanced or highly specialized qualifications.

Benefits

Benefits Eligibility is based on your scheduled FTE status and Job Category

• Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits & wellness credit for eligible employees
• 403(b) retirement plan with generous company match and "catch up" provision
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & company paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mental Health resources and other employee related wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program
• Employer paid Short & Long Term Disability benefits for eligible employees
• Voluntary Benefits
• Discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans
• Mercy's Rewards & Recognition Program rewarding employees for going above and beyond in living Mercy's Mission and Values

EEO Statement

Mercy Health Services is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) recruiting talent for Mercy Health Services, which serves the greater Baltimore Metro and surrounding Maryland areas.