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Saint Joseph Medical Center

Respiratory Therapist II

Saint Joseph Medical Center, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101

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Overview We are seeking a Respiratory Therapist II (RRT), internally referred to as our Respiratory Care Practitioner II, St. Joseph's Medical Center (SJOMO), a member of Prime Healthcare. As a Respiratory Therapist 2 (RT 2) you will, under the direction and authorization of the Medical Director and Cardiopulmonary Director/Manager, perform respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician.

Bonus: $10,000 Bonus Option

Shift's Available:

Nights

Employment Type:

Full Time

Hours:

12-hour shift

Location:

St. Joseph's Medical Center (SJOMO), Kansas City, MO

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

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 Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

Performing respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as ordered by the physician

Emphasis will be toward the assessment, planning, implementation and documentation of care, with consideration of age and population specific needs and requirements of the patient

In the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as team lead, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift

Evaluation, diagnosis, and care of patients with cardiopulmonary problems

Patients include those with emphysema, asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, cardiac failure, and chest trauma

Qualifications Requirements:

Valid state Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license

Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)

ACLS certificate within 60 day of hire and maintain current

PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current

High School Diploma or equivalent

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:

4 years experience as an RCP

NRP certified

Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science Degree

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

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Job Details

ID:

2026-240271

Category:

Clinical Tech

Position Type:

Full Time

Shift:

Nights

Job Type:

Non-Exempt

Employment Status Full Time

Shift Nights

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