Certified Respiratory Therapist - Nights

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Care professional to join our team in Fort Smith. The role requires graduation from an AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy program, Arkansas licensure, and fluency with critical care procedures and Blood Gas analyses.

Certification eligibility (CRT) and CPR certification are essential, with preference for advanced certifications and additional college credits. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and a collaborative environment where patient care and technology

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an approved AMA school for Respiratory Therapy.
• Must hold a current temporary or permanent license (LRCP) from the State of Arkansas.
• Must have a working knowledge of all Respiratory Care procedures and modalities including Critical Care and Blood Gas analysis.
• 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.
• Must be able to work with computers in a health care environment.
• Additional College and/or Associate Degree is preferred.
• NRP/PALS/ACLS certifications are preferred.

Skills

Critical Care

Blood Gas analysis

CPR Certified

Computer skills

Education

Graduate of an AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy program

Tools

NBRC Certification exam

LRCP license (Arkansas)

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

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

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

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.