Department: Respiratory Therapy

Employment Type: Full Time

Shift’s Available:  Days

Hours: 12-hour shift, 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Location: St. Mary's Medical Center, Blue Springs, MO

We are seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist, also referred to as our Respiratory Care Practitioner I (RCP I). The Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) is someone who carries out respiratory therapeutic and pulmonary diagnostic procedures as directed by the medical and cardiopulmonary directors, based on physician orders. They focus on assessing, planning, implementing, and documenting care while considering the specific needs of patients based on age and population, in the absence of a supervisor. 

• Will provide treatments such as inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications to help patients breathe more easily 
• Conduct tests like pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis to assess lung capacity and gas exchange in patients 

• Set up, monitor, and adjust ventilators and other life-supporting equipment for patients who cannot breathe independently 

• May be part of a rapid response team in emergencies, which you will provide airway management, perform intubations, and resuscitate patients in critical situations 

• Assess patients' respiratory status, monitor their progress, and make adjustments to treatment plans as needed 

• Ensure that all respiratory equipment is properly cleaned, sterilized, and maintained to prevent infections and ensure patient safety 

1.      Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.

2.      Current Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required. Hired before March 2026,are exempt

3.      Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.

4.      Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification within 60 days of hire and maintain current.

5.      Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certification within 60 days of hire and maintain current. 

6.      Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.

7.      High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

8.      Two (2) years of acute care experience required.

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: 

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options 

• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays 

• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options 

• Employer 401K options 

• Tuition reimbursement options  

• Life, disability, and other insurance options 

• Many other amazing benefits 

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/