Respiratory Care Practitioner - Weekend Option

Job Highlights DePaul Hospital - St. Louis is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) for our Weekend Option program. This position works every weekend, Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights from 6:30 pm–7:00 am. SSM Health offers competitive pay, benefits and a weekend option premium. Job Summary Provides evaluation of and care for respiratory therapy patients. Administers prescribed respiratory therapeutic services. Job Responsibilities and Requirements Assesses patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a care plan based on diagnosis. Provides respiratory care services in accordance with physician orders, department policies, procedures and guidelines. Implements and monitors patient care plan and equipment; monitors, records and communicates patient condition; performs advanced respiratory care modalities. Evaluates respiratory practice, medication administration, and treatment based on patient outcome. Educates the patient and family about the health condition and available community support groups and programs. Assists with equipment calibration, maintenance, inventory management, and processes equipment per cleaning/sterilization procedures. Responds to medical emergencies and rapid responses. Maintains constant alertness and works safely. Performs other duties as assigned. Education Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy or equivalent years of experience and education. Experience No experience required. Physical Requirements Constant use of speech for oral communication. Constant standing and walking. Frequent lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling of objects weighing 0‑25 lbs. Frequent sitting, reaching, and keyboard use/data entry. Frequent use of vision and depth perception for near (≤ 20 inches) and far (≥ 20 feet) distances and color discrimination. Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors. Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds, alarms, or malfunctioning machinery. Occasional lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling of objects weighing 25‑50 lbs. Occasional lifting/moving of patients. Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping, and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Occasional driving. Rare crawling and running. Required Professional Licenses and Certifications Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA) Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Respiratory Care Practitioner (or Respiratory Educ Permit) – Missouri Division of Professional Registration Work Shift Night Shift (United States of America) Job Type Employee Department Respiratory Therapy Scheduled Weekly Hours 36 Benefits SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental Leave: Eligible team members receive one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro‑rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: Voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay providing instant access to earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: Upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr SSM