Respiratory Therapist

St. Francis Medical Center•Cape Girardeau, MO

17d

About The Position

Under the direction of the Manager, Director, and Vice President, the Registered Respiratory Care Therapist performs all duties of a Certified Respiratory Therapist and actively participates in in-service education and orientation programs. The therapist works closely with the Respiratory Care Specialist to evaluate the efficacy of respiratory care modalities and protocol programs. The therapist interprets information and communicates effectively verbally and in writing; performs simple mathematical computations; and uses problem-solving, interpersonal, and organizational skills. The therapist provides age-appropriate care, addressing the physical and psychological needs of neonate patients when applicable, as well as pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. The therapist assesses information reflecting patient status and interprets relevant information to provide safe, quality care. This is a full-time position, scheduled for 72 hours per two-week pay period. The position offers a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 or student loan repayment of up to $15,000, subject to eligibility.

Requirements

Successful completion of a two-year AMA-approved program or equivalent, accredited by CoARC for respiratory care.
High school diploma.
Registration as a Respiratory Therapist based on a passing score on the NBRC certification exam.
Missouri license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
BLS certification.
Respiratory Therapists trained for the NICU are required to have the NRP credential.
Respiratory Therapists trained for adult ICUs and/or the Emergency Room are required to hold the ACLS credential.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of related respiratory care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform the duties of a Certified Respiratory Therapist.
Participate in in-service education and orientation programs.
Work with the Respiratory Care Specialist to evaluate respiratory care modality efficacy and protocol programs.
Interpret information and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Perform simple mathematical computations and use problem-solving techniques.
Provide care appropriate to patient age and physical and psychological needs, including neonates when applicable, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Assess information reflecting patient status and interpret relevant information to provide safe, quality care.

Benefits

Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus or up to $15,000 in student loan repayment, subject to eligibility.
Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage available on the first of the month after hire date for eligible colleagues.
Saint Francis Medical Services Discount.
Earned Time Off (ETO) combining vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days.
Retirement benefits with immediate SFHS matching.
Education assistance of up to $5,000 per calendar year, subject to the stated eligibility conditions.
Health Advocate benefit support.
Employee Assistance Program.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Identity Theft Protection.
Pet Insurance.
Earned Wage Access.