Respiratory Care Practitioner I - Day Shift, Growth & Impact

Baptist Health; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Arkansas is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to assess, treat, and test patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunction per physician orders and protocols. You will document patient responses and integrate clinical expertise to improve the quality of care and outcomes.

The role requires graduates of an accredited Respiratory Care Program with CRT or RRT credentials, Arkansas LRCP, and BLS certification; PALS/NRP preferred and ACLS may be required depending on the department.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• 0–2 years of experience as a respiratory therapist or greater.
• CRT or RRT certification with LRCP and BLS required; PALS/NRP preferred; ACLS may be required depending on department.

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, and test patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunction per physician orders and protocols.
• Document patient responses and integrate clinical expertise to improve care and outcomes.
• Follow department policies and collaborate with care teams to support patient safety and quality.

Skills

Respiratory care

Education

CRT or RRT certification

LRCP license

BLS certification

PALS & NRP preferred

ACLS may be required

Job description

Baptist Health in Arkansas is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to assess, treat, and test patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunction per physician orders and protocols. You will document patient responses and integrate clinical expertise to improve the quality of care and outcomes.

The role requires graduates of an accredited Respiratory Care Program with CRT or RRT credentials, Arkansas LRCP, and BLS certification; PALS/NRP preferred and ACLS may be required depending on the department.