Respiratory Therapist — Saint Louis, MO at SSM Health

About the Team

SSM Health DePaul Hospital in St. Louis is seeking dedicated professionals to join our Respiratory Therapy department. We value our exceptional employees and strive to provide a comprehensive environment that supports both professional growth and personal well-being.

About the Role

This position is a specialized opportunity within our Weekend Option program, designed for experienced Respiratory Therapists (RRT or CRT) looking to contribute during high-impact hours. You will provide evaluation and care for respiratory therapy patients, administering prescribed therapeutic services and developing comprehensive plans of care based on patient diagnoses.

In this role, you will work every weekend from Friday through Sunday nights, 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM. Your day-to-day involves assessing patients, implementing and monitoring care plans, and performing advanced respiratory care modalities. You will be responsible for responding to medical emergencies and rapid responses while maintaining a constant state of alertness. Additionally, you will educate patients and their families about health conditions and connect them with community support resources.

Benefits & Culture

SSM Health offers competitive pay and a weekend option premium for this position. Our commitment to our team includes a comprehensive benefits package, such as paid parental leave for eligible team members, flexible payment options for instant access to earned wages, and upfront tuition coverage through the FlexPath Funded program.

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.

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply today.

Work location

Work model: On-site

10701, Gist Road, Saint Louis, Saint Louis County, Missouri, 63145, United States

Saint Louis, Missouri

Key Responsibilities

check_circleAdminister prescribed respiratory therapeutic services and medications
check_circlePerform advanced respiratory care modalities and equipment maintenance
check_circleMaintain departmental inventory and process equipment cleaning procedures
check_circleAssess patients and develop respiratory care plans based on diagnosis
check_circleRespond to medical emergencies and rapid response calls
check_circleMonitor patient conditions and communicate changes to the medical team
check_circleEducate patients and families about health conditions and support resources

Requirements

verifiedAssociate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy or equivalent years of experience and education
verifiedBasic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
verifiedRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
verifiedRespiratory Care Practitioner - Missouri Division of Professional Registration OR Respiratory Educ Permit - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Benefits & Perks

check_circlePaid parental leave: one week of paid leave for newborns or newly adopted childrencheck_circleFlexible payment options via DailyPay for instant access to earned unpaid base paycheck_circleUpfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members

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 Therapy or equivalent experience.

Frequently asked questions about Respiratory Care Practitioner - Weekend Option at SSM Health

What does a Respiratory Care Practitioner - Weekend Option at SSM Health do?expand_more

A Respiratory Care Practitioner - Weekend Option at SSM Health is responsible for the following: Administer prescribed respiratory therapeutic services and medications; Perform advanced respiratory care modalities and equipment maintenance; Maintain departmental inventory and process equipment cleaning procedures; and Assess patients and develop respiratory care plans based on diagnosis.

What are the requirements for this Respiratory Care Practitioner - Weekend Option role?expand_more

SSM Health is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy 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 - Weekend Option role at SSM Health located?expand_more

Respiratory Care Practitioner - Weekend Option at SSM Health is based in 10701, Gist Road, Saint Louis, Saint Louis County, Missouri, 63145, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Respiratory Care Practitioner - Weekend Option job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

SSM Health has listed this Respiratory Care Practitioner - Weekend Option role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Respiratory Care Practitioner - Weekend Option role?expand_more

Respiratory Care Practitioner - Weekend Option at SSM Health typically requires 0+ years of relevant experience at the entry level level.

What skills do you need for the Respiratory Care Practitioner - Weekend Option role at SSM Health?expand_more

Key skills for Respiratory Care Practitioner - Weekend Option at SSM Health include Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider; Registered Respiratory Therapist; Respiratory Care Practitioner; and Respiratory Educator Permit.

What education is required for Respiratory Care Practitioner - Weekend Option at SSM Health?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy or equivalent experience.

What category does the Respiratory Care Practitioner - Weekend Option role belong to?expand_more

Respiratory Care Practitioner - Weekend Option at SSM Health is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.

Respiratory Care Practitioner - Weekend Option