Respiratory Therapist - PRN Day Shifts

Medcareers.com; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision,

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

401(k) match

Job summary

Progress West Hospital, part of BJC HealthCare, seeks a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care within the respiratory care team. The role involves applying advanced clinical knowledge and participating in quality initiatives to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.

Responsibilities include performing diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures, educating patients and families, and supporting critical care needs as required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively with the care team and patients.
• Ability to collaborate with nurses, physicians and therapists.
• Capable of applying advanced respiratory care knowledge in clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in respiratory therapy.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures per standards.
• Educate patients, families and new staff on respiratory treatments.
• Maintain patient safety and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrate advanced clinical skills including critical care support as needed.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate/CoARC Accredited Program - Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)

Job description

Progress West Hospital, part of BJC HealthCare, seeks a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care within the respiratory care team. The role involves applying advanced clinical knowledge and participating in quality initiatives to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.

Responsibilities include performing diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures, educating patients and families, and supporting critical care needs as required.