Respiratory Care Practitioner

Job Description More than just a job, it's a vocationLocation: Fenton, MOWorker Type:RegularPosition Highlights:Department: Respiratory TherapyWe encourage applications from individuals licensed in Missouri, either CRT or RRT!Schedule: Full-time, Day Shift, consisting of three (3) 12-hour shifts weekly, with rotating weekend and holiday responsibilitiesShift Differentials: Available for weekend shiftsWork Location: SSM Health St. Clare Hospital, FentonPosition Overview:This role involves assessing and providing care for patients requiring respiratory therapy, as well as administering prescribed therapeutic services.Key Responsibilities and Qualifications:PRIMARY DUTIES:Evaluate patients to determine the appropriate treatment type and frequency, creating a care plan based on their diagnosis.Deliver respiratory care services in line with physician orders, departmental policies, and established guidelines.Implement and oversee the patient care plan and associated equipment, while monitoring, documenting, and communicating the patient's condition. Perform advanced respiratory care techniques.Assess respiratory practices, medication administration, and treatment effectiveness based on patient outcomes.Provide education to patients and their families regarding health conditions and inform them about community support resources and programs.Assist in the care, calibration, and maintenance of all equipment, while helping to manage departmental inventory for supplies and equipment. Ensure equipment is cleaned and sterilized according to established protocols.Respond to medical emergencies and rapid response situations.Maintain a state of alertness and safety at all times.Perform additional duties as assigned.EDUCATION:Associate's degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent combination of education and experience.EXPERIENCE:No prior experience is necessary.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Regularly use speech for effective oral communication.Consistent standing and walking required.Frequent lifting, carrying, and pushing/pulling of objects weighing between 0-25 lbs.Regular sitting, reaching, and data entry on a keyboard.Frequent visual acuity for near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) distances, including color differentiation.Regularly use smell to identify and recognize odors.Frequent hearing to receive verbal communication and detect alarms or machinery issues.Occasional lifting and moving of objects weighing 25-50 lbs.Occasional patient handling.Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping, and repetitive movements of the legs and arms.Occasional driving may be required.Rarely involves crawling or running.LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:State of Work Location: MissouriBasic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)Respiratory Care Practitioner - Missouri Division of Professional RegistrationOrRespiratory Educ Permit - Missouri Division of Professional RegistrationWork Shift:Day Shift (United States)Job Type:EmployeeDepartment:Respiratory TherapyScheduled Weekly Hours:36Benefits:Our organization values its outstanding employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package tailored to meet their needs.Paid Parental Leave: Eligible team members receive one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).Flexible Payment Options: Our voluntary benefit through DailyPay allows eligible hourly team members to access their earned, unpaid base pay instantly (fees may apply) before payday.Upfront Tuition Coverage: We offer upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.Our organization is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.