About this role
AdventHealth Shawnee Mission is hiring a full-time Certified Respiratory Therapist for its clinic in Shawnee Mission, Kansas.
### What you'll do
- Administer respiratory therapy treatments to patients with breathing and cardiopulmonary disorders
- Operate and maintain respiratory therapy equipment, including ventilators and oxygen delivery systems
- Perform diagnostic tests including arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function tests
- Monitor patient responses to therapy and adjust treatment plans accordingly
- Provide emergency respiratory care, including airway management and resuscitation
- Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and proper use of equipment
### What we're looking for
- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program (Bachelor's degree required)
- Active State Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license or NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
- Demonstrated ability to function effectively in fast-paced, high-acuity environments
- Strong communication skills and proficiency with clinical documentation and computer systems
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently within scope of certification
- Medical office experience preferred
### What's included
- Pay range: $24.01–$44.65/hour (~$49,941–$92,872 annualized)
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance from day one
- Paid time off from day one
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Four weeks of 100% paid parental leave
- Career development resources and whole-person well-being support
### About the practice
AdventHealth Shawnee Mission is part of AdventHealth, a faith-based, not-for-profit health system committed to whole-person care across body, mind, and spirit. The Shawnee Mission campus serves the greater Kansas City metro area and supports a collaborative, multidisciplinary care team environment. The respiratory therapy clinic operates on a day-shift schedule, providing structured hours and consistent patient care delivery.