Jobs · Healthcare · Arkansas

Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Acute

Lifepoint Health® · Russellville, AR · 1 mo ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time

About the role

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment, values teamwork, and is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care.

Responsibilities

  • Coverage of nights shifts
  • Evaluate and treat patients with breathing-related conditions
  • Perform diagnostic testing, including bedside, EKGs, blood gas analysis, and tobacco cessation education
  • Deliver respiratory therapies, monitor patient response, and communicate changes in condition
  • Respond to codes and emergent respiratory calls, providing rapid assessment and intervention
  • Educate patients and families on respiratory health, medication use, and illness management
  • Maintain and calibrate respiratory equipment, manage supplies, and support performance improvement efforts
  • Provide care across neonatal through older adult populations while ensuring compliance with safety and infection control standards

Requirements

  • Average of 1-2 years of experience in a clinical setting
  • Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy
  • RRT license in the state of practice
  • BCLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications
  • Ability to work in physically demanding environments with exposure to biological and chemical hazards
  • Strong critical thinking skills, reliability, and a commitment to patient-centered care

Qualifications

  • Experience in a clinical setting
  • Knowledge of respiratory therapy principles and practices
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Physical stamina and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Skills

  • Respiratory Therapy
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Emergency Response
  • Patient Education
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Teamwork
  • Compassion
  • Communication

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits including multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage, financial protection and PTO, higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and a 401(k) retirement package with company match. We also provide mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities, and employee well-being initiatives.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

The schedule is described as "Acute FT | F, Sa, Su (Nights)" which translates to Full-Time, Monday through Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Night Shifts.

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