Respiratory Care Practitioner - RRT PRN
Not Disclosed•Per-DiemOn-site
location_on558, Axminister Drive, Fenton Industrial Park, Fenton, Saint Louis County, Missouri, 63026, United States
About the Team
At SSM Health St. Clare Hospital in Fenton, the Respiratory Therapy department is dedicated to providing exceptional care for patients with respiratory conditions. Our mission extends beyond a standard career; it is a calling to support the community through critical evaluation and treatment.
About the Role
As a Respiratory Therapist, you will serve as a vital member of the healthcare team, evaluating patients and administering prescribed therapeutic services. Your day-to-day involves assessing patient needs to develop tailored care plans, implementing advanced respiratory modalities, and monitoring patient conditions closely. You will work in constant collaboration with physicians to ensure care aligns with specific orders and department guidelines, while also educating patients and their families about their health conditions and available community resources.
This position requires a high level of alertness to respond effectively to medical emergencies and rapid responses. You will also play a key role in the maintenance and calibration of respiratory equipment, ensuring all devices are clean, sterile, and ready for use.
Hiring Process
Candidates licensed in Missouri (CRT or RRT) are encouraged to apply. The role is currently open as a PRN (Per Diem) position with no set schedule, offering shift differentials for nights and weekends. Qualified applicants will be reviewed based on their licensure and ability to meet the physical and professional requirements of the department.
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
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care Practitioner, Respiratory Educator Permit.
Education: Associate's degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent years of experience and education.
Frequently asked questions about Respiratory Care Practitioner - RRT PRN at SSM Health
What does a Respiratory Care Practitioner - RRT PRN at SSM Health do?expand_more
In this Respiratory Care Practitioner - RRT PRN at SSM Health role, you will administer prescribed respiratory therapeutic services in accordance with physician orders; maintain departmental inventory levels for supplies and equipment; perform advanced respiratory care modalities and evaluate treatment outcomes; and implement and monitor patient care plans and respiratory equipment.
What are the requirements for this Respiratory Care Practitioner - RRT PRN 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; 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 OR Respiratory Educ Permit - Missouri Division of Professional Registration.
Where is the Respiratory Care Practitioner - RRT PRN role at SSM Health located?expand_more
Respiratory Care Practitioner - RRT PRN at SSM Health is based in 558, Axminister Drive, Fenton Industrial Park, Fenton, Saint Louis County, Missouri, 63026, United States. This is a on-site role.