Registered Respiratory Therapist

About the role

Shifts available are nights. Employment type is per diem (PD/PRN). Hours are 12‑hour shifts from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. The position is located at St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. We are seeking a Respiratory Therapist, internally referred to as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), also known as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP II). The Respiratory Therapist plays a crucial role in the care and management of patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders, assisting patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions to achieve optimal respiratory function and improve quality of life. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatments such as inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications to help patients breathe more easily
• Conduct tests like pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis to assess lung capacity and gas exchange in patients
• Set up, monitor, and adjust ventilators and other life‑supporting equipment for patients who cannot breathe independently
• May be part of a rapid response team in emergencies, providing airway management, performing intubations, and resuscitating patients in critical situations
• Assess patients' respiratory status, monitor their progress, and make adjustments to treatment plans as needed
• Ensure that all respiratory equipment is properly cleaned, sterilized, and maintained to prevent infections and ensure patient safety
• If you are newly graduated and looking for an entry‑level position as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), you are encouraged to apply!

Qualifications

• Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or obtained within three (3) months of hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current
• Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification upon hire and maintain current
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certification upon hire and maintain current or obtained within 60 days of hire
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program certificate preferred
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred
• Two (2) years of acute care experience