Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Acute
Lifepoint Health® · Benton, AR · 4 mo ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
Responsibilities
- Delivering routine therapy as delegated
- Responding to codes and emergent calls
- Absessing patient conditions and administering appropriate treatments
- Monitoring, recording, and communicating patient status
- Education of patients and families on illnesses and available community resources
- Managing respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders
- Maintaining equipment and performing regular cleaning, sterilization, and preventive maintenance
- Adherence to healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, and application of relevant policies and procedures
- Additional duties as assigned
Requirements
- Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license
- Valid and current Arkansas Board of Respiratory Care (BLS) Basic Life Support within one month of hire/transfer date
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within six months of hire/transfer date
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within six months of hire/transfer date
Qualifications
Experience in a clinical setting preferred.
Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently in a high-pressure environment
- Knowledge of healthcare regulations and policies
Benefits
- Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Financial protection and paid time off
- Higher education and certification tuition assistance
- Loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package with company match
- Employee wellness programs
- Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities
Pay
Salary range based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
Full-time, days, 3/12s (variable), 0630-1900, every other weekend.