Respiratory Therapist- Days Part-Time

Summary Join Our Team at Mercy Medical Center – Now Hiring a Respiratory Therapist. Responsibilities The Registered Respiratory Therapist provides clinical assessment, treatment, and diagnostic respiratory services for all neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients for whom care has been prescribed. Responsibilities include but are not limited to knowledge of pulmonary disease processes and the therapies associated with their treatments. Implementation of pharmacological therapy by established protocols, ventilator management, administration of all other related treatments and procedures provided by the respiratory care department according to departmental policies and procedures. Initiate and maintain all respiratory equipment, respond in a timely manner, make appropriate decisions in both clinical and professional situations and appropriately apply departmental and hospital guidelines, policies, and procedures. This position is: Dayshift; 32 Hours Biweekly Requirements Must possess a high school diploma or GED Graduate of Respiratory Therapy from an AMA approved school of Respiratory Care One year experience preferred, new graduates are acceptable ICU & NICU experience preferred CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care Maryland Board of Physicians Respiratory Care License BLS- Health Care Provider preferred, Certified by the National Board of Respiratory Care Salary Information Compensation decisions are made in alignment with internal equity, role scope, and market data to ensure fair and consistent pay practices. Most new hires are typically placed within the lower to mid-portion of the range; offers above that level are reserved for candidates with advanced or highly specialized qualifications. USD $34.43/Hr. USD $61.97/Hr. Benefits Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits & wellness credit for eligible employees 403(b) retirement plan with generous company match and “catch up” provision Paid Time Off (PTO) & company paid holidays Tuition reimbursement Mental Health resources and other employee related wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program Employer paid Short & Long Term Disability benefits for eligible employees Voluntary Benefits Discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans Mercy’s Rewards & Recognition Program rewarding employees for going above and beyond in living Mercy’s Mission and Values EEO Statement Mercy Health Services is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) recruiting talent for Mercy Health Services, which serves the greater Baltimore Metro and surrounding Maryland areas. #J-18808-Ljbffr