Respiratory Therapist - PT

Mercy Health; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Health in Rogers, AR is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to perform direct patient care per physician orders and consult on therapy effectiveness. The role serves as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff in respiratory care.

The position requires graduation from a CoArc approved Respiratory Care program with an active RCP license and NBRC RRT credential; ACLS preferred and PALS for ER staff. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license as per state requirements.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• PALS required for ER staff members.

Responsibilities

• 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 staff in respiratory care.

Skills

Direct patient care

Clinical collaboration

Physician consultation

Education

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

Tools

Respiratory care devices

Job description

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

• Education: Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Licensure: Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Experience: None.
• 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:
• Preferred Certifications:
• Preferred Other:

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.