RRT: Critical Care Respiratory Therapist

Mercy Co; Spanish Lake (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tuition support

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care across respiratory modalities as directed by physicians. You will consult on therapy effectiveness and support nursing staff with respiratory care decisions.

Ideal candidates hold an NBRC-registered RRT credential, active RCP license, and CoARC-approved program completion, with ACLS preferred. A sign-on bonus is offered and Mercy supports ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• RRT credential from NBRC; PALS for ER staff.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs. and mobility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care as ordered by physicians.
• Consults with physicians on therapy effectiveness.
• Serves as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff in respiratory care.
• Performs duties as assigned.

Skills

Critical care experience

Education

CoArc approved Respiratory Care program

RCP license

RRT NBRC credential

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care across respiratory modalities as directed by physicians. You will consult on therapy effectiveness and support nursing staff with respiratory care decisions.

Ideal candidates hold an NBRC-registered RRT credential, active RCP license, and CoARC-approved program completion, with ACLS preferred. A sign-on bonus is offered and Mercy supports ongoing professional growth.