Certified Respiratory Therapist at Prime Healthcare, Blue Springs, MO
Certified Respiratory Therapist at Prime Healthcare in Blue Springs, MO. Part-time. Est. up to $100k. Apply with swipeandhired.
St. Mary's Medical Center
Location
US-MO-Blue Springs
ID
2026-286768
Category
Clinical Tech
Position Type
Part Time < 60
Shift
Nights
Job Type
Non-Exempt
Overview
Shifts Available: Nights (12% to 17% per hour diff in pay)
Employment Type: Part Time
Hours: Varied
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.
Responsibilities
**If you are a Registered Respiratory Therapist ( RRT) or Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) you are encouraged to apply for this position!
- W ill provide treatments such as inhalation therapies, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications to help patients breathe more easily
- C onduct tests like pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis to assess lung capacity and gas exchange in patients
- S et up, monitor, and adjust ventilators and other life-supporting equipment for patients who cannot breathe independently
- M ay be part of a rapid response team in emergencies, which you will provid e airway management, perform intubations, and resuscitat e patients in critical situations
- A ssess patients' respiratory status, monitor their progress, and make adjustments to treatment plans as needed
- E nsure that all respiratory equipment is properly cleaned, sterilized, and maintained to prevent infections and ensure patient safety
Qualifications
- Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license required.
- Current Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required. Hired before March 2026, are exempt
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
- Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the AHA or ARC certification within 60 days of hire and maintain current.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the AHA certification within 60 days of hire and maintain current.
- Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
- 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</s