Reg Respiratory Therapist - Nights

Mercy; Centerton (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Matched retirement plans for 32+ hours

Job summary

Mercy in Arkansas is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy per physician orders. You will consult with physicians on therapy effectiveness and serve as an advanced resource for the nursing team.

Requirements include COARC-approved respiratory care education, a current RCP license, NBRC RRT credential, and PALS for ER; ACLS is preferred. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Graduate of a COARC approved Respiratory Care program.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in good standing.
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• For ER staff, PALS certification is required.
• ACLS is preferred; ability to manage acute cardiac situations.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care per physician orders.
• Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy and adjusts treatment as needed.
• Serves as an advanced resource for physicians and nursing staff in respiratory care.
• Performs duties as assigned and adheres to Mercy policies.

Education

COARC approved Respiratory Care program

NBRC RRT credential

Current RCP license

PALS recommended for ER

ACLS preferred

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Overview

Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care, according to physician's orders. Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy. Acts as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing on respiratory care. Performs duties as assigned.

Position Details:

• QualificationsEducation: Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
• Licensure: Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
• Experience: None.
• Certifications: Hold the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential awarded by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). For co-workers who work in the Emergency Room PALS is required.
• Other: Physical demands are attached plus push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs. Plus, pinch up to 10 lbs., kneel, crouch, and crawl minimally.
• Equipment Used: All appropriate respiratory care devices.
• Preferred Education: Acute Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)Preferred Licensure: Preferred Experience: Prefer critical care experience.Preferred Certifications: Preferred Other:

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.