Registered Respiratory Therapist

About the role

Under the direction of the Manager, Director and Vice President, the Registered Respiratory Care Therapist performs all duties of a Certified Respiratory Therapist, as well as takes an active role in service education and orientation programs. Works closely with the Respiratory Care Specialist in the evaluation of respiratory care modality efficacy and protocol programs. The Registered Respiratory Care Therapist interprets information and communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing, performs simple mathematical computations, uses problem solving techniques, good interpersonal skills and organizational skills. The Registered Respiratory Care Therapist provides care appropriate to the age of the patient, including the unique physical and psychological needs of the neonate (if applicable), pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Assesses data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information necessary to provide safe quality care.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties of a Certified Respiratory Therapist
• Take an active role 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 verbally and in writing
• Perform simple mathematical computations
• Use problem‑solving techniques
• Demonstrate good interpersonal and organizational skills
• Provide age‑appropriate care (neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric)
• Assess patient data and interpret information needed for safe, quality care

Requirements

• Education: Successful completion of a two‑year AMA‑approved program or equivalent; CoARC accreditation for respiratory care required; High School Diploma required
• Certifications & Licensure: Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC exam); Missouri state license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner; NRP credential for NICU‑trained therapists; ACLS credential for adult ICU and/or ER‑trained therapists; BLS certification
• Experience: Minimum of one year related respiratory care experience (preferred)

Skills

• Effective verbal and written communication
• Simple mathematical computations
• Problem‑solving techniques
• Interpersonal skills
• Organizational skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive and affordable health coverage (medical, prescription, dental, vision) – available first of month after hire date
• Saint Francis Medical Services Discount
• Earned Time Off (ETO) based on years of work history – combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days
• Retirement benefits including SFHS immediate matching
• Education Assistance up to $5,000 per calendar year after one year of service
• Other benefits: Benefit Support through Health Advocate, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Earned Wage Access

Pay

Up to $10,000 sign‑on bonus OR up to $15,000 student loan repayment (sign‑on bonus and SLRAP subject to eligibility)

Schedule

Full‑time, 72 hours per 2‑week pay period; typical hours 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m., rotating weekends and holidays