RRT/CRT - Respiratory Therapist - PRN - Days
On-siteSaint Peters, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Assess, treat, and monitor patients with cardiopulmonary and respiratory disorders. Administer respiratory treatments, therapies, and medications according to physician orders. Manage oxygen therapy and airway support interventions while collaborating with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams to optimize patient outcomes. Monitor patient response to treatment, recommend adjustments, educate patients and families on conditions and equipment, and maintain accurate clinical documentation. Support emergency respiratory care and critical patient interventions when needed. This full-time night shift role at Mercy Hospital Washington in Washington, Missouri, requires a CRT or RRT credential and Missouri license.
Required Qualifications
- Current Missouri Respiratory Care Practitioner License
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
- Current BLS/CPR Certification
- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program
Desired Qualifications
- Previous acute care, hospital, ICU, emergency department, or critical care experience
- Strong communication and patient education skills
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