RRT Per Diem (RCP II) - Respiratory Therapy

OverviewSt. Joseph Medical Center is a CMS 5-Star Award winning hospital, is a faith-based, 310-bed facility providing a wide range of acute care and outpatient services. Key services include the St. Joseph Heart Institute, Senior Care Services, Senior Behavioral Health, Surgical Services and the Joint and Spine Institute. St. Joseph is a member of Prime Healthcare Services, one the nations leading hospital systems. It is recognized by Truven Health Analytics as one of the 15 Top Health Systems in the nation. We believe that continuous, quality of care and performance improvements are the foundation for preserving and enhancing healthcare delivery.We offer: Competitive Compensation Generous benefits plan: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Substantial PTO Continuing Educational OpportunitiesResponsibilitiesSt. Joseph Medical Center is looking for an experienced RRT/CRT for a Per Diem position. Under the direction and authorization of the medical director and cardiopulmonary director, the RCP II is responsible for 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 Lead RCP, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift.QualificationsEducation and Work ExperienceState Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License required.Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required.2 years experience as an RCP preferred.ACLS certificate within 60 day of hire and maintain current.NRP certificate preferred.PALS certificate within 60 days of hire and maintain current.Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.High School Diploma or equivalent is requiredLI-BY1We are an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or other protected characteristics. If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources. EEO is the Law: RespiratoryTherapist SignOnBonus RRT KansasCity BlueSprings Independence kc copd healthcare asthma respiratorymemes registeredrespiratorytherapist hearthealth physician breatheeasier respiratorycarepractitioner Stjoseph saintjoseph pulmonologists coronavirus registeredrespiratorytherapists rt codeblue medicalmemes futurerrt respiratoryhumor health medicine nightshift secretionclearance rtstudent

Created: 2025-11-15