Respiratory Therapy Assistant (NR) - In Training

Mosaic Life Care; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mosaic Life Care in Missouri seeks a Respiratory Therapist (NR) to provide respiratory therapies and educate patients under supervision of licensed staff. The role includes adherence to protocols, accurate documentation, and patient-focused care.

Active enrollment in an accredited respiratory therapy program is required, along with a High School Diploma. Travel between facilities is expected as part of the job duties.

Qualifications

• Must be actively enrolled in an accredited respiratory therapy program.
• First clinical rotation completed; hire upon start.
• Missouri Respiratory Therapist Education Permit required within 30 days.
• HS Diploma is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess patient respiratory needs with supervisor.
• Administer medications and treatments under supervision.
• Deliver and assess patient response to therapy.
• Monitor and communicate patient condition.
• Educate patients and families about conditions and treatments.
• Document therapy and medications accurately, including pre/post assessments.
• Assist with equipment care, cleaning, disinfection, and testing.
• Travel between system facilities as needed.

Skills

Respiratory therapy knowledge

Anatomy & physiology

Medications knowledge

Equipment troubleshooting

Computer skills

Teamwork

Education

HS Diploma

Respiratory Therapy program participation

Tools

Respiratory equipment

Job description

Mosaic Life Care in Missouri seeks a Respiratory Therapist (NR) to provide respiratory therapies and educate patients under supervision of licensed staff. The role includes adherence to protocols, accurate documentation, and patient-focused care.

Active enrollment in an accredited respiratory therapy program is required, along with a High School Diploma. Travel between facilities is expected as part of the job duties.