Registered Respiratory Therapist, Ful-Time (36 hours)

@ Mercy

Registered Respiratory Therapist, Ful-Time (36 hours)

Saint Louis, MO
Posted 5 days ago

About the job

Mercy provides healthcare with a focus on compassionate patient care. The Respiratory Therapist role involves direct patient care, consulting physicians, and working with respiratory equipment, with benefits like insurance and retirement plans.

Requirements

  • Graduate of CoArc approved program
  • Current Respiratory Care Practitioner license
  • RRT credential by NBRC
  • Physical ability to push, pull up to 50 lbs
  • Basic respiratory equipment skills

Qualifications

  • No prior experience required
  • ACLS preferred
  • Critical care experience preferred
  • PALS for ER staff
  • Physically fit to handle demanding tasks

Full job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Overview
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. Performs duties as assigned.

Position Details:

Mercy Hospital, St. Louis- Respiratory

615 S New Ballas Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63141

Sign-On-Bonus incentive included up to $10,000

Shift:

7 pm- 7 am

Eligible for shift differential

Qualifications
Education: Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
Licensure: Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
Experience: None.
Certifications: Hold the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential awarded by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). For co-workers who work in the Emergency Room PALS is required.
Other: Physical demands are attached plus push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs. Plus, pinch up to 10 lbs., kneel, crouch, and crawl minimally. Equipment Used: All appropriate respiratory care devices.
Preferred Education: Acute Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Preferred Experience: Prefer critical care experience.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.



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