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St. Joseph Medical Center

Respiratory Therapist

St. Joseph Medical Center, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101

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Overview We are seeking a Respiratory Therapist, internally referred to as our Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT). The Respiratory Therapist focuses on assessing, planning, implementing, and documenting care while considering the specific needs of patients based on age and population. In the absence of a supervisor, the candidate may be designated as the Lead RRT, overseeing the department during their shift.

Employment Details Shift:

Nights

Employment Type:

Full‑time

Hours:

12‑hour shifts – 6:00 pm to 6:30 am

Location:

St. Joseph Medical Center – Kansas City, MO

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance options

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Bereavement leave, FMLA, and other leave options

Employer 401K options

Tuition reimbursement options

Life, disability, and other insurance options

Many other amazing benefits

Responsibilities

Provide inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications to help patients breathe more easily

Conduct pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis to assess lung capacity and gas exchange in patients

Setup, monitor, and adjust ventilators and other life‑supporting equipment for patients who cannot breathe independently

Participate in acute response teams, perform airway management, intubations, and resuscitation as needed

Assess patients’ respiratory status, monitor progress, and adjust treatment plans accordingly

Ensure all respiratory equipment is properly cleaned, sterilized, and maintained to prevent infections and ensure patient safety

Qualifications

State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License

BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintained

RT certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)

ACLS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintained

PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintained

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years experience as an RCP (plus)

NRP certificate (plus)

Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science Degree (plus)

Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

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