Respiratory Care Coordinator
Joplin, MO - USA
Job Summary
Find your calling at Mercy!
Assists in the planning coordination implementation and evaluation of the operations and patient care in the respiratory care department. Serves as a clinical resource to staff and patients in the department. Functions as a staff member in the department as needed. Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy according to physicians orders. Assumes managerial duties delegated by the Supervisor Manager and/or Director. Assess and evaluates employees responsibilities in a manner consistent with Corporate Values. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission values and Mercy Service Standards.Position Details:
Qualifications
Education: Graduate from an Accredited College Program in Respiratory Care.
Licensure: Must have a current license in the state of practice.
Experience: One year as a respiratory therapist in a hospital setting.
Certifications: Registered as a therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care (RRT). BLS. Must be current in ACLS for Adult areas and NRP/PALS if working Neonatal/Pediatric areas.
Other:
Preferred Education: Bachelors Degree.
Preferred Licensure:
Preferred Experience: 3-5 years RRT (2 years at Mercy).
Preferred Certifications:
Preferred Other: Trained in all areas (ICU NICU PICU ED CORE) or willing to be trained.
Why Mercy
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 youll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation technology and compassion. As we grow youll grow with us.
Required Experience:
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About Company
Mercy is one of the largest U.S. health systems with 44 acute care & specialty hospitals, over 700 physician & outpatient clinics in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri & Oklahoma.