Reg Respiratory Therapist - Pulmonary - Days - PRN

Bring Your Expertise. Advance Patient Care. Make a Meaningful Impact.

At Mercy, our mission is simple: bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care and exceptional service. We're looking for a skilled and dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join our Pulmonary team at Mercy Hospital Springfield.

If you're passionate about delivering high-quality respiratory care, collaborating with an exceptional clinical team, and working for an organization consistently recognized as a top employer, we invite you to explore this opportunity.

Modern Healthcare has named Mercy among the "Top 100 Places to Work," and we continue to invest in the people who make outstanding patient care possible.

Position: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Department: Pulmonary
Schedule: PRN | Days
Hours: 6:30 AM - 4:00 PM (varies)
Location: Mercy Hospital Springfield

As a Registered Respiratory Therapist, you will provide comprehensive respiratory care across a variety of patient populations while serving as a trusted clinical resource for physicians, nurses, and fellow caregivers.

• Deliver direct respiratory care in accordance with physician orders and established clinical protocols.
• Assess patients and develop appropriate respiratory treatment plans.
• Monitor therapy effectiveness and collaborate with physicians to optimize outcomes.
• Assist with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and respiratory care needs.
• Participate in physician rounds and interdisciplinary care planning.
• Document patient care accurately and maintain current care plans.
• Serve as a resource, mentor, preceptor, and clinical instructor as assigned.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot respiratory equipment.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and departmental excellence projects.

• Graduate of a CoARC-approved Respiratory Care Program
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License meeting state requirements
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• For therapists working in the Emergency Department: PALS certification required

• ACLS Certification
• Critical care experience

• Push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs.
• Pinch up to 10 lbs.
• Occasional kneeling, crouching, and crawling
• Ability to work with a variety of respiratory care devices and equipment

At Mercy, you'll be part of a team that values clinical excellence, professional growth, and compassionate care. We recognize the unique talents and strengths every caregiver brings and foster an environment where those gifts can thrive.

Join a collaborative healthcare team where you can:

• Practice at the top of your license
• Work alongside highly skilled physicians and clinicians
• Make a direct impact on patient outcomes
• Grow professionally through continuous learning and development
• Be part of a mission-driven organization focused on exceptional patient care

If you're a credentialed Registered Respiratory Therapist looking for a flexible PRN opportunity with a respected healthcare organization, we'd love to connect with you.

Apply today and help Mercy continue delivering exceptional respiratory care to the patients and families we serve.