Certified Respiratory Therapist - Nights

Mercy; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy in Fort Smith, AR is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide patient care across cardiopulmonary modalities, including critical care and blood gas analysis, in a hospital setting.

You will collaborate with physicians and nurses to implement treatment plans, perform assessments, and monitor patients using computerized equipment.

Mercy offers comprehensive benefits, tuition support, and retirement plans for eligible team members.

Qualifications

• Must graduate from an AMA-approved school for Respiratory Therapy.
• Must hold a current temporary or permanent license (LRCP) from the State of Arkansas.
• Must be eligible to take or have passed the NBRC CRT exam.
• Must be certified by the American Heart Association to provide CPR.
• Preferred: NRP, PALS, ACLS certifications.
• Strong computer skills and ability to work with computerized equipment and patient care applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care procedures and modalities as prescribed.
• Monitor patient status and respond to changes in condition.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other care team members to implement treatment plans.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

CRT certification

CPR

Critical Care

Blood Gas analysis

Computer skills

NRP

PALS

ACLS

Education

AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy program

Tools

Medical equipment

Job description

Overview

Respiratory Care is the practice of the principles, techniques, psychology and theories of cardiopulmonary medicine under the verbal or written direction or prescription of a licensed physician and/or under the supervision of a qualified medical director.

Position Details

Qualifications Education: Must be a graduate of an approved AMA school for Respiratory Therapy. Licensure: Must hold a current temporary or permanent license (LRCP) from the State of Arkansas. Experience: Must have a working knowledge of all Respiratory Care procedures and modalities including Critical Care and Blood Gas analysis Certifications: Must be eligible to take or have passed the Certification (CRT) exam given by the NBRC. Must be Certified by the American Heart Association to provide CPR. Other: Must be able to work with computers in a health care environment Preferred Education: Additional College and/or Associate Degree Preferred Licensure: Preferred Experience: Previous experience working in a hospital environment Preferred Certifications: NRP CertificationPALS CertifiedACLS Certified Preferred Other: Advanced computer skillsAbility to learn and work with computerized equipment and patient care applications

Find your calling at Mercy!

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.