Respiratory Therapist- GIG/Flex/Per Diem/PRN - Mercy St LouisandSurroundingCommunities
$72,800–$72,800 year
On-siteJennings, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Perform direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care according to physician's orders, consulting on therapy effectiveness and acting as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing. Manage duties as assigned while utilizing appropriate respiratory care devices. Requires one year of experience, current RCP license, and RRT or CRT credentials with ACLS certification. Offers flexible day or night shifts in 4, 8, or 12-hour blocks with no weekend or holiday requirements. Base rates are $35/hr for RRT and $30/hr for CRT plus variable shift incentives. Join a healing ministry committed to compassionate care and innovative procedures.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program
- Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license
- Hold the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respirapist (CRT) credential awarded by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
- PALS is required for co-workers who work in the Emergency Room
- ACLS is required
- Must have one year of experience, not to include time on orientation
- Physical demands include push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs
- Physical demands include pinch up to 10 lbs
- Physical demands include kneel, crouch, and crawl
Desired Qualifications
- Prefer critical care experience
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