RRT: Pediatric & Neonatal Respiratory Care Expert

Southeast Hospital; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Health insurance starting day one

401(k) with employer match

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Dependent care FSA

Paid volunteer time off

Generous PTO

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Springfield in Springfield, Missouri is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide expert respiratory care across neonatal, pediatric, and critical care settings, helping patients breathe easier and recover faster.

The role requires strong critical-thinking, clinical assessment, and communication skills, with opportunities to mentor teammates, participate in rounds, and advance neonatal and pediatric care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Current Respiratory Care License in the State of Practice.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through the NBRC.
• BLS Certification.
• NRP and PALS certifications (may be obtained after hire).
• Strong critical-thinking, clinical assessment, and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt in fast-paced, patient-centered environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive respiratory care according to physician orders and clinical protocols.
• Assess patient conditions and evaluate treatment effectiveness.
• Provide ventilator management and life-support support in critical care settings.
• Assist physicians with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and respiratory care needs.
• Develop and update patient care plans based on changing clinical conditions.
• Utilize critical thinking and clinical judgment to make informed care decisions.

Skills

Critical thinking

Clinical assessment

Communication

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited Respiratory Care Program

NBRC RRT credential

State license to practice

BLS Certification

NRP and PALS (may be obtained after hire)

Job description

Mercy Hospital Springfield in Springfield, Missouri is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide expert respiratory care across neonatal, pediatric, and critical care settings, helping patients breathe easier and recover faster.

The role requires strong critical-thinking, clinical assessment, and communication skills, with opportunities to mentor teammates, participate in rounds, and advance neonatal and pediatric care.