Respiratory Therapist (RRT) — EDRP Eligible, Night Shift

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join the Cardiopulmonary Section of Medical Service at the Veterans Health Care Systems of the Ozarks in Fayetteville, AR.

The role provides the full spectrum of respiratory care, including advanced therapies, ABG sampling, and ventilator management, with collaboration across healthcare professionals. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, adjusting therapy plans, and maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• Active RRT credential and state license required.
• CoARC-accredited respiratory care program completed.
• RRT credential in progress allowed for temporary appointment as noted.

Responsibilities

• Provide full range of respiratory care procedures.
• Administer complex respiratory therapy treatments with assessment-based plan.
• Maintain ABG analysis, calibration, and monitoring.
• Collaborate with physicians to develop care plans and monitor outcomes.

Skills

Respiratory therapy administration

ABG sampling

Ventilator management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

CoARC-accredited respiratory care program

RRT credential

Tools

ABG analyzer

Ventilators

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join the Cardiopulmonary Section of Medical Service at the Veterans Health Care Systems of the Ozarks in Fayetteville, AR.

The role provides the full spectrum of respiratory care, including advanced therapies, ABG sampling, and ventilator management, with collaboration across healthcare professionals. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, adjusting therapy plans, and maintaining safety standards.