RRT​/CRT- Respiratory Therapist

Find your calling at Mercy! Overview Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care, according to physician's orders. Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy. Acts as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing on respiratory care. Performs duties as assigned.

Position Details:
Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) Mercy Hospital Washington | Washington, MO Full-Time 36 Hours Weekly Day Shift $20,000 Sign-On Bonus Available!

Looking for a Respiratory Therapy career where you're valued, supported, and empowered to grow? At Mercy Hospital Washington, you'll join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care while supporting your professional development. Whether you're a new graduate launching your career or an experienced Respiratory Therapist seeking your next opportunity, Mercy offers the resources, technology, and culture to help you thrive.

We believe taking care of our coworkers is just as important as taking care of our patients.

• $20,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Stay Premium Pay Program Earn up to an additional $8/hour for Mercy experience
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement Savings with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off & Vacation
• Shift Differential Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement Up To $2,000 annually
• Student Loan Assistance Up To $20,000 in loan forgiveness
• Career Advancement Opportunities Across Mercy

What You'll Do As a Respiratory Therapist, you'll play a critical role in helping patients breathe easier and recover faster by providing expert respiratory care across a variety of patient populations.

• Administer respiratory therapies and treatments as prescribed
• Assess, monitor, and evaluate patient respiratory status
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams
• Assist with development and modification of respiratory treatment plans
• Educate patients and families on respiratory treatments and disease management
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation
• Promote patient safety and best respiratory care practices

• Missouri Respiratory Care License
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential through NBRC
• BLS/CPR Certification
• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program

• Strong communication and critical thinking skills
• Passion for patient-centered care
• New graduates are encouraged to apply

At Mercy, you're more than a caregiver, you're part of a mission-driven team committed to making a difference every day. You'll work alongside dedicated healthcare professionals in an environment that values teamwork, compassion, innovation, and professional growth. If you're looking for a Respiratory Therapy opportunity where your expertise is respected, your development is supported, and your impact is felt every day, we'd love to meet you.

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period. Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

The Mercy health system was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1986. But our heritage goes back more than 195 years. It began with an Irish woman named Catherine McAuley, who was determined to help women and children in Dublin experiencing poverty. Though Catherine had a modest upbringing, she received an unexpected inheritance that allowed her to fulfill that dream.

In 1827, she opened the first House of Mercy in Dublin, intending to teach skills to women and educate children. Many volunteers came to help. A few years later, Catherine founded the Sisters of Mercy, one of the first religious orders whose Sisters were free to walk among the poor and visit them in their homes. In 1843, the Sisters of Mercy came to the United States.

In 1856, they traveled to St. Louis. In the years to come, they would establish hospitals throughout the Midwest. Many of these would join together in 1986 as Mercy.