Certified Respiratory Therapist
About The Position
The Certified Respiratory Therapist, also referred to as Respiratory Care Practitioner I (RCP I), carries out respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as directed by the medical and cardiopulmonary directors and based on physician orders. The role assesses, plans, implements, and documents care based on patients’ specific needs and age or population, working in the absence of a supervisor. This part-time position is located at St. Mary's Medical Center in Blue Springs, Missouri. The schedule is varied, with night shifts available; the posting notes a 12% to 17% hourly pay differential for nights.
Requirements
- Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
- Current Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire, maintained as current. The posting states that hires before March 2026 are exempt.
- Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification from the AHA or ARC within 60 days of hire, maintained as current.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from the AHA within 60 days of hire, maintained as current.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two years of acute care experience.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications.
- Conduct pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analyses.
- Set up, monitor, and adjust ventilators and other life-supporting equipment.
- Participate in emergency response when needed by providing airway management, performing intubations, and resuscitating patients in critical situations.
- Assess patients’ respiratory status, monitor their progress, and adjust treatment plans as needed.
- Clean, sterilize, and maintain respiratory equipment to help prevent infections and ensure patient safety.
- Assess, plan, implement, and document respiratory care based on patients’ specific needs.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
- Bereavement leave, FMLA, and other leave options
- Employer 401(k) options
- Tuition reimbursement options
- Life, disability, and other insurance options
- Other benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
