Senior Respiratory Care Practitioner - Critical Care

Mercy Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentives

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Bon Secours is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner III at St. Mary’s Richmond to provide comprehensive respiratory care, including assessment, planning, intervention and education, in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role involves mentoring staff, leading shifts as Charge Therapist, and participating in quality improvement, with required NBRC credential, state license, and BLS/ACLS/PALS. Epic EHR experience preferred; Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree related to Respiratory Therapy or healthcare preferred.
• Current Respiratory Care License in the state they are working (required).
• NBRC credentialed (required).
• Two years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or five years CRT (required).

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care including assessment, planning and education.
• Lead clinical rounds, mentorship and implement quality initiatives.
• Act as Charge Therapist to ensure staffing coverage and coordination.
• Prepare and manage ventilator care, airway management and therapies.
• Document procedures and monitor patient response to therapies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

Bachelor’s Degree related to Respiratory Therapy/Healthcare

Master’s Degree preferred

Tools

EPIC EHR (preferred)

PFT knowledge

Job description

Bon Secours is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner III at St. Mary’s Richmond to provide comprehensive respiratory care, including assessment, planning, intervention and education, in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role involves mentoring staff, leading shifts as Charge Therapist, and participating in quality improvement, with required NBRC credential, state license, and BLS/ACLS/PALS. Epic EHR experience preferred; Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred.