Graduate Respiratory Therapist Respiratory Care Full Time Night Shift

Facility:

CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave Springfield Missouri United States of America 65807

Department:

1083 Respiratory Care Unit South

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Hours:

Varied Night Shift 36 hours

Work Shift:

Night Shift (United States of America)

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals 5 ERs and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:

• Named one of Modern Healthcares Best Places to work five times.

• Named one of Americas Greatest Workplaces Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare () Greatest Workplaces for Women () and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.

• Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.

• Healthcare InnovationsTop Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).

Benefits

• Medical Vision Dental Retirement with Employer Match and more (20 hrs/week)

• For a comprehensive list of benefits please click here:Benefits CoxHealth

Join a high-performing Respiratory Care Department at Cox South where youll work alongside skilled clinicians supportive physicians and dedicated care teams in a fast-paced patient-centered environment.

What Youll Do
Provide respiratory care across a wide range of acute settings while practicing at the top of your license including:
Supporting 6 critical care units a 28000 square foot Emergency Department and 9 inpatient floors
Performing advanced procedures such as arterial line placement and intubations
Delivering care using cutting-edge ventilator management non-invasive support and therapy protocols

Why Join Our Team
Self-scheduling options that promote work-life balance
Collaborative environment with a dedicated pulmonology group of 8 physicians
Strong leadership support from a Medical Director who champions respiratory therapy as a vital part of the care team
Exceptional interdisciplinary relationships with nursing and physicians who rely on your expertise
Opportunity to continuously grow your skills and practice at the top of your licensure

We are a team grounded in compassion integrity respect and teamwork. We believe every patient should be cared for as if they were someone dear to you.

About Springfield

Springfield offers the perfect blend of city amenities and outdoor adventure including the Wonders of Wildlife Aquarium Springfield Cardinals baseball nearby Branson entertainment scenic state parks and a vibrant downtown.

Apply today to join a team committed to exceptional respiratory care!

Job Description:

The Graduate Respiratory Therapist is a member of the health care team who has completed a CoArc approved Registered Respiratory Therapy program. The Graduate Respiratory Therapist may be in this position for up to 180 days. The Graduate Respiratory Therapist may perform care in all areas of the hospital. This care is to include medicated and non-medicated therapy invasive and non-invasive ventilation application and titration of oxygen therapy pulmonary diagnostic testing and arterial blood gas performance and analysis. The Graduate Respiratory Therapist assesses the patient to assist in formulation of a respiratory care plan. The Graduate Respiratory Therapist will respond to emergent clinical needs throughout the facility.

• Up to $6000 Sign-On Bonus (after meeting requirements for RRT)
• Up to 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Up to $3000 Relocation bonus
• Up to 1.50 Certification pay
• .50 BS pay
• Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5000
  

Education:
Required: Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Program
Preferred: Bachelors Degree in a related field
Experience:
No prior experience required
Skills:
Provides care as appropriate to age of population served.
Proficient in safely providing all routine and emergent respiratory modalities.
Able to assess patients and provide patient care per protocol.
Provide accurate and appropriate electronic documentation.
Provide accurate and appropriate education to patients students and new staff.
Possesses assessment and critical thinking skills.
Possesses in depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
Adheres to infection prevention practices and facility safety policies and procedures.
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
Current Education Permit or Missouri State License for Respiratory. Must pass the RRT boards within 180 days.