Registered Respiratory Therapist (Gravette)

Ozarks Community Hospital, Inc.; Gravette (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Paid time off (PTO)

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

Ozarks Community Hospital, Inc. in Gravette, Arkansas is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide high-quality respiratory therapy care. The role includes assisting with departmental coordination and supporting various activities. Candidates should have a high school diploma, be a graduate of an AMA-approved program, and hold necessary certifications. This position offers a range of benefits including health coverage, PTO, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Credentials earned and maintained through the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• Must hold a current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Recertification required before expiration throughout employment.
• Must be licensed to practice Respiratory Care in the applicable state.
• Maintain all required Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care related to respiratory therapy.
• Assist the department manager in coordinating departmental functions.
• Provide technical support in all departmental activities.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Therapy program

Job description

HEALTHY COMMUNITIES. COMPASSIONATE CARE.

Ozarks Community Hospital (OCH), located in Gravette, Arkansas, is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join our Respiratory department.

Our Mission: Ozarks Community Hospital and clinics are dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare and preventive services to all patients in an atmosphere of compassion, respect, and dignity, with a commitment to care for the underserved and to improve access to care.

Under the direction of the Cardiopulmonary Manager, the RRT is responsible for demonstrating a high level of quality patient care as it is related to respiratory therapy, cardiac, and diagnostic procedures (if applicable). Responsible for assisting the department manager in coordinating the smooth function of the department and providing technical support in all departmental activities.

Benefits include:

• Eligibility for health, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) plan; life insurance; short-term disability; flexible spending accounts; and many other elective benefits subject to plan terms.
• Paid time off (PTO) earned on an accrual basis starting first day of employment, up to 3.5 weeks per year based a 40‑hour work week.
• Company‑paid holidays.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Therapy program.
• Credentials earned and maintained through the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• Must hold a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross. Recertification required before expiration throughout employment.
• ACLS and PALS required.
• Must be licensed to practice Respiratory Care in the applicable state and maintain all required CEUs.

OCH is an Equal Opportunity Employer