Respiratory Care Practitioner
Not Disclosed•Per-DiemOn-site
location_on558, Axminister Drive, Fenton Industrial Park, Fenton, Saint Louis County, Missouri, 63026, United States
About the Team
SSM Health is dedicated to providing exceptional care to the community. At St. Clare Hospital in Fenton, our Respiratory Therapy team collaborates as a multidisciplinary group to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients. We believe that this role is more than a career; it is a calling to make a difference in the lives of those we serve.
About the Role
We are currently hiring a Respiratory Care Practitioner for our Fenton location. This is a true PRN (Per Diem) position designed for professionals who want to pick up extra shifts based on their own schedule and needs. In this role, you will evaluate and provide care for respiratory therapy patients, administering prescribed therapeutic services and developing plans of care based on patient diagnoses. You will work in a constant state of alertness to respond to medical emergencies and rapid responses, while also educating patients and their families about health conditions and community support resources.
Hiring Process
To join our team, please apply today. We are looking for candidates with a Missouri Licensure; we welcome both CRT and RRT candidates. While no prior experience is required, successful applicants must hold a Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider certification, a Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the NBRC, and a Respiratory Care Practitioner license from the Missouri Division of Professional Registration.
Equal Opportunity
SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Work location
Work model: On-site
558, Axminister Drive, Fenton Industrial Park, Fenton, Saint Louis County, Missouri, 63026, United States
Fenton, Missouri
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleAdminister prescribed respiratory therapeutic services in accordance with physician orders
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care Practitioner, Respiratory Therapy, Respiratory Care Modalities, Patient Care Plan, Equipment Calibration, Equipment Maintenance, Sterilization Procedures, Medical Emergencies.
Education: Associate's degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent years of experience and education.
Frequently asked questions about Respiratory Care Practitioner at SSM Health
What does a Respiratory Care Practitioner at SSM Health do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Respiratory Care Practitioner at SSM Health will administer prescribed respiratory therapeutic services in accordance with physician orders; perform advanced respiratory care modalities and evaluate treatment effectiveness; implement and monitor patient care plans and respiratory equipment; and respond to medical emergencies and rapid response situations.
What are the requirements for this Respiratory Care Practitioner role?expand_more
SSM Health is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Associate's degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent years of experience and education; MO Licensure required; Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA); Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC); and Respiratory Care Practitioner - Missouri Division of Professional Registration.