Respiratory Therapist - Registered (FT)

North Arkansas Regional Medical Center; Harrison (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan options

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

FSA/HSA

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) match

Education reimbursement

Employee referrals

Job summary

North Arkansas Regional Medical Center in Harrison, AR seeks an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) to deliver evidence-based respiratory care and respond to emergencies. You will work with physicians and nurses to support outcomes and patient education.

We offer a tight-knit team, education support, and a comprehensive benefits package. Schedule includes 10-hour shifts with rotating weekends and holidays based on department needs.

Qualifications

• Arkansas license (RRT or CRT) and BLS; ACLS within required timeframe.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Recent acute-care respiratory care experience; advanced certifications (NRP, PALS) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care; respond to emergencies; educate patients and families.
• Deliver aerosol and oxygen therapy, chest physiotherapy, bronchial hygiene; ABG sampling/analysis.
• Manage and troubleshoot ventilators and non-invasive ventilation; document in Meditech.
• Assist with crash cart maintenance; provide shift leadership/charge support.
• Support emergent procedures with physicians and nursing as needed.

Skills

Respiratory care

Emergency response

Team collaboration

Documentation (Meditech)

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) — Hospital / Inpatient

Bring skilled, steady care to patients who need you most. As an RRT at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC), you’ll deliver safe, evidence-based respiratory care, assist during emergencies, and collaborate across disciplines to support excellent outcomes. We value teamwork, safety, and clear, simple communication.

About Us

North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC) is a leading non-profit healthcare system based in Harrison, Arkansas, with a central hospital, 13 clinics, and a hospital-based Emergency Medical Services (EMS) team serving the rural communities of North Arkansas. Our continuum of care also includes Home Health, Hospice, and our inpatient Hospice House.

We’re more than 750 strong—healthcare professionals and support staff united by our mission to provide exceptional care close to home. Guided by our values of safety, quality, integrity, and community, we work every day to make NARMC the region’s most trusted and preferred provider.

Join us and be part of a team that saves lives, supports neighbors, and makes a difference every day.

Job Summary

Provide diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care, respond to emergency codes, maintain equipment readiness, and support patient/family education in collaboration with physicians and nursing.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver aerosol therapy, oxygen therapy, chest physiotherapy, and bronchial hygiene; perform arterial blood gas sampling and analysis.
• Manage and troubleshoot ventilators and non-invasive ventilation (BiPAP/CPAP) per protocol; document in the electronic health record (Meditech).
• Assist with crash cart maintenance and support patient/family respiratory education.
• Provide shift leadership/charge support as assigned; coordinate with the care team.
• Support emergent procedures with physicians and nurses as needed.

Job Qualifications

Required

• Arkansas license (RRT or CRT) and BLS; ACLS within required timeframe.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Preferred

• Recent acute-care respiratory care experience; advanced certifications (e.g., NRP, PALS).

Compensation & Schedule

Status: Full-time (PRN/part-time may be considered).

Schedule: 10-hour shifts with rotating weekends/holidays based on department needs.

Pay: Competitive base pay with applicable differentials; details discussed during interviews.

Why Join Us

Tight-knit respiratory team with strong nursing and physician partnership.

Education support, competency development, and opportunities to precept.

Mission-driven, rural-impact organization where your work directly improves access to care.

Benefits Overview

• Multiple health plan options (PPO and HDHP) with coverage through NARMC Domestic Network and Cigna Health Plan.
• Dental and vision coverage through Delta Dental and Delta Vision of Arkansas.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) available.
• Basic life insurance ($40,000) and AD&D provided at no cost; voluntary life options available.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage offered.
• Accident and critical illness insurance through Lincoln Financial.
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 3.5% company match, vested over 5 years.
• Paid Leave Bank (PLB) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) with accrual based on service years.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and First Stop Health 24/7 counseling services.
• AirMed/Mercy Life Flight membership for eligible staff and families.
• On-site wellness center and discounted membership at Planet Fitness.
• Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education.
• Employee referral bonuses and internal promotion opportunities.
• Pet insurance and identity theft protection available.
• Discounts on prescriptions, cafeteria meals, gift shop items, and local thrift store purchases.