RRT – Inpatient Respiratory Care Leader (Sign-On)

Mercy; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Incentive program

Benefits Starting Day One

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Springfield seeks a highly qualified Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a full-time position in Inpatient Respiratory Care. The role involves delivering expert respiratory care, adhering to physician orders, and acting as a clinical resource for staff in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Mercy offers competitive benefits and incentive programs, including sign-on and relocation support for eligible candidates, with a focus on compassionate, patient-centered care and continuing

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license meeting state requirements.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through NBRC.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and patient advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory treatments and therapies according to physician orders.
• Assess patient conditions and recommend appropriate respiratory interventions.
• Support physicians during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care plans and treatments.
• Participate in physician rounds and interdisciplinary care planning.
• Document patient care accurately and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain respiratory care equipment.
• Serve as a clinical resource, preceptor, and mentor as needed.
• Stay current on evidence-based practices and respiratory care advancements.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Patient advocacy

Education

CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care Program

NBRC RRT credential

RCP license (state requirements)

Job description

Mercy Hospital Springfield seeks a highly qualified Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a full-time position in Inpatient Respiratory Care. The role involves delivering expert respiratory care, adhering to physician orders, and acting as a clinical resource for staff in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Mercy offers competitive benefits and incentive programs, including sign-on and relocation support for eligible candidates, with a focus on compassionate, patient-centered care and continuing