Respiratory Therapist at Saint Francis Healthcare System

Current Saint Francis Colleagues - Please click HERE to login and apply.JOB SUMMARYUnder the direction of the Manager Director and Vice President the Respiratory Care Therapist performs all duties of a Certified Respiratory Therapist as well as takes an active roll in 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 patients status and interprets the appropriate information necessary to provide safe quality care.JOB DETAILS AND REQUIREMENTS*Up to $10000 Sign on bonusType: Full-time 72 hours per 2 week pay periodTypical hours: Variable shiftRegistered Respiratory TherapistEducation:-Successful completion of a two (2) year AMA approved program or equivalent. Accredited by CoARC for respiratory care.-High School Diploma-requiredCertifications & Licensures:Licensed by the State of Missouri as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.Respiratory Therapists trained for the NICU are required to have the NRP credential.Respiratory Therapists trained for the adult ICUs and/or the Emergency Room will be required to hold the ACLS credential.BLS CertificationExperience:Minimum of one (1) year related respiratory care experience- preferredorCertified Respiratory TherapistEducation:Must have successfully completed a one or two year AMA approved program accredited by the CoARC for respiratory therapy.High School Diploma RequiredCertification & Licensures:Is certified as a Respiratory Therapist according to a passing score on NBRC certification exam. Licensed by the State of Missouri as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.Respiratory Therapists trained for the NICU are required to have the NRP credential.Respiratory Therapists trained for the adult ICUs and/or the Emergency Room will be required to hold the ACLS credential.CPR CertificationExperience:N/A*Sign on bonus subject to eligibilityADDITIONAL INFORMATIONSaint Francis Healthcare System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender identity or addition to federal law requirements Saint Francis Healthcare System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) should you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with Saint Francis Healthcare System please call or email us at Saint Francis Healthcare System supports the overall health and wellness of our colleagues by discouraging the use of tobacco and nicotine products. If you are selected for a career opportunity with our organization and are a tobacco or nicotine user you will be required to complete a tobacco/nicotine cessation program within your first year of employment. This program is free of charge as part of our Employee Assistance Program. Key Skills Aluminium,Cooking,Corporate Risk Management,Kpo,HVAC Design,Java Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1