Impact-Driven Respiratory Therapist, Critical Care

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Plan with Company Match

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join its care team in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The role requires graduation from an AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy program, AR LRCP licensure, and NBRC CRT eligibility. CPR certification is required, with preferred experience in a hospital setting and advanced computer skills.

Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow within a collaborative health system, with a focus on compassionate patient care and technology-enabled practice.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved AMA school for Respiratory Therapy.
• Current temporary or permanent license (LRCP) from the State of Arkansas.
• Working knowledge of Respiratory Care procedures and modalities including Critical Care and Blood Gas analysis.
• Eligible to take or passed NBRC Certification (CRT).
• Certified by the American Heart Association to provide CPR.
• Able to work with computers in a health care environment.
• Preferred: Additional College and/or Associate Degree.
• Preferred Experience: Previous hospital experience.
• Preferred Certifications: NRP, PALS, ACLS.
• Preferred Other: Advanced computer skills.

Skills

Respiratory care knowledge

Critical care

Blood gas analysis

CPR certification

Education

AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy program

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join its care team in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The role requires graduation from an AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy program, AR LRCP licensure, and NBRC CRT eligibility. CPR certification is required, with preferred experience in a hospital setting and advanced computer skills.

Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow within a collaborative health system, with a focus on compassionate patient care and technology-enabled practice.