Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Direct Care & Critical Care Impact

Mercy; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient care across respiratory therapies, following physician orders. The role requires eligibility for state licensure and a current RCP credential with NBRC RRT.

For ER duties, PALS is required, and ACLS is preferred. The position involves lifting and physical demands consistent with hospital respiratory care roles, with opportunities to collaborate closely with physicians and nursing staff.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) in state with NBRC RRT credential.
• PALS is required for ER duties.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care per physician orders.
• Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy and acts as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing on respiratory care.
• Performs duties as assigned, with physical demands including lifting and mobility requirements.

Skills

Respiratory care

RRT credential

PALS

ACLS

Communication

Education

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient care across respiratory therapies, following physician orders. The role requires eligibility for state licensure and a current RCP credential with NBRC RRT.

For ER duties, PALS is required, and ACLS is preferred. The position involves lifting and physical demands consistent with hospital respiratory care roles, with opportunities to collaborate closely with physicians and nursing staff.