Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Candidates that are hired for a Student Respiratory Care Technician are eligible to be considered for a spot in the Children's Mercy Respiratory Therapy Sponsorship Program.  This program provides the maxium annual tuition assistance benefit of $5,250 upon hire.  Additionally, CM will provide a stipend payable each semester that supplements the employee's income during the second year of their educational program.  A work agreement is required to be accepted to this program. Applications will be accepted January 1, 2026 - Janurary 31, 2026.  Interviews will take place in February with hiring decisions by March.  Selected candidates would begin employment early summer of 2026.  

Under the direction of the Medical Director and Director of Respiratory Care, Student Respiratory Care Technicians deliver safe, proficient, and comprehensive Respiratory Care services to all ages of patients at Children`s Mercy Hospital. The respiratory therapist provides accurate documentation of services performed. They complete other responsibilities as assigned and are able to work in a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment.

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

• Describe Essential Function: Administers respiratory treatments to patients
• Describe Essential Function: Equipment setup, breakdown, low level disinfection and preparation for high level disinfection
• Describe Essential Function: Utilizes non-invasive monitoring devices as part of patient assessments

•  Actively participating and enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Care Associate's or Bachelor's program No Experience necessary / On-the-Job Training
• Candidates must be eligible to apply for an RT student permit in the spring of 2026
• Missouri AND KS Respiratory Care Educational Permit Required Upon Hire
• American Heart Association BLS Required Upon Hire
• Top candidates will be required to provide a letter of recommendation from a current RT Instructor

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay rate for this job is at $21.50/hr.

Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

CM is committed to creating a workforce that supports the diverse backgrounds of our patients and families. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team, so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, and beliefs.