Certified Respiratory Therapist - Nights

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Tuition assistance

Matched retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Therapist in Arkansas. Must graduate from an AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy program and hold or be eligible for LRCP license in Arkansas. Requires CRT eligibility and CPR certification by the AHA, with strong computer skills for health-care systems. Preference for hospital experience and additional college/associate degree.

Join a collaborative team at Mercy, offering comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must be graduate of an AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy program.
• Must hold a current temporary or permanent license (LRCP) from Arkansas.
• Must be eligible to take and pass the NBRC CRT exam.
• CPR certification by the American Heart Association required.
• Ability to work with computers in a health care environment.
• Preferred: additional college or associate degree.

Skills

Respiratory Care knowledge

Computer skills in health care

NBRC CRT eligibility

AHA CPR certification

Adaptability to hospital environment

Education

AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy program

Tools

Health care IT systems

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

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:

• QualificationsEducation: 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

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.