Registered Respiratory Therapist
Washington, Missouri
Mercy Hospital Washington

Job Opportunity: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Travel Position

Location: Washington, Missouri
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Days, 3 shifts of 12 hours (3x12)
Weekly Hours: 36 guaranteed
Weekend Hours: As needed
Call Requirements: None

Job Description

• Provide respiratory care including setting up and operating therapeutic gas administration devices and mechanical ventilators.
• Deliver emergency care such as external cardiac massage, artificial respiration, and assist with cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
• Maintain accurate patient charts including identification and therapy information.
• Must float to other units as needed.
• Work aligns with the facility’s mission, vision, and values.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in Missouri
• Minimum of 1 year of recent experience as a Respiratory Therapist

Unit & Work Environment

• Acute care hospital setting with comprehensive medical, surgical, obstetric, and pediatric services.
• Facility is a Level III Trauma Center and Level II Stroke and STEMI Center.
• Electronic Medical Record system: EPIC.
• Dress code: Black scrubs required.

Additional Information

• The hospital serves a large regional population and is recognized for quality and safety, including multiple awards for hospital safety and cardiac care.
• No prior travel experience is specified as required for this position.

This role is ideal for respiratory therapists seeking a travel assignment in a well-regarded acute care hospital with a focus on trauma and critical care services.