RRT — Critical Care Respiratory Therapist

Jobtome; Choctaw (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient care under physician orders and to consult on therapy effectiveness. This role requires RCP licensure and NBRC RRT certification, with ACLS preferred, and no prior experience required.

You will collaborate with physicians and nursing staff, operate respiratory care devices, and contribute to patient outcomes in a fast-paced clinical environment at Mercy. Mercy offers strong benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential (NBRC).
• ACLS preferred for advanced responsibilities.
• PALS required for ER coworkers.
• Must meet state licensure requirements.
• Physical demands: push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs; kneel, crouch, crawl minimally.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

RCP licensure

NBRC RRT credential

ACLS

PALS ER requirement

Education

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

Job description

Mercy seeks a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide direct patient care under physician orders and to consult on therapy effectiveness. This role requires RCP licensure and NBRC RRT certification, with ACLS preferred, and no prior experience required.

You will collaborate with physicians and nursing staff, operate respiratory care devices, and contribute to patient outcomes in a fast-paced clinical environment at Mercy. Mercy offers strong benefits and opportunities for growth.