Seasonal RRT

Arkansas Children's; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

Arkansas Children's in Little Rock is seeking a part-time Respiratory Care Practitioner to assist in diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with pulmonary disorders. The role requires an Associate's Degree and Arkansas LRCP license with NBRC RRT credentials.

Internal-external assignments exist with 12- and 22-week durations. Eligible for holiday pay, overtime, shift differentials, and a completion bonus. Night and day availability noted.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field is required.
• LRCP license in Arkansas and NBRC RRT credential are required.
• Required certifications: LRCP and RRT as per Arkansas State Medical Board/NBRC.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and effective respiratory care for patients with pulmonary disorders.
• Assist in diagnosis, treatment, and management of respiratory conditions.
• Collect and analyze sputum, blood, and breath specimens; assess lung function.
• Communicate care plans clearly with the team and document changes.
• Participate in performance improvement activities as assigned.
• May help maintain stock and coordinate with vendors for supplies.

Education

Associate's Degree in a related field

Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (LRCP)

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) NBRC

Job description

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.

This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

Work Shift:

Variable

Time Type:

Part time

Department:

CC014010 Respiratory Care - Little Rock

Summary:

$45/hr

Additional Information:

Assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases. Also measures the lung capacity of a patient to determine if there is impaired function. Administers treatment prescribed by a physician for the care of patients with abnormalities associated with the process of breathing. Assumes primary responsibility for respiratory care treatments.

Other Details:

Internal - 12 week assignment only (3 shifts a week)

External- 22 week assignments (2-3 shifts a week)

$45/hr

Eligible for holiday pay, OT, shift differentials

Eligible for completion bonus

Night and Day Availability

Required Education:

Associate's Degree in a related field of study.

Required Certifications:

Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (LRCP) - Arkansas State Medical Board, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)

Recommended Certifications:

Adult Critical Care Specialty Credential (ACCS) - National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC), Certified Asthma Educator (AE-C) - National Asthma Educator Certification Board, Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) - National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC), Neonatal/ Pediatric Specialty (NPS) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), RPFT - Arkansas Children's Hospital, Sleep Disorders Specialty (SDS) - National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)

Description

• Provides safe and effective patient care addressing age specific variations related to clinical, educational, psychosocial, and cultural needs of the patient.
• Communicates patient care plans effectively with all involved team members.
• Recognizes emergency situations and intervenes appropriately.
• Assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders.
• Provides feedback and reports and changes to improve patient care and/or the work environment.
• Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide and other gases. Measures lung capacity of patients to determine if there is an impairment.
• Actively participates in performance improvement and research activities appropriate to assigned responsibilities.
• May maintain in stock supplies and equipment and requests non-stock items from outside vendors practicing cost management.
• May participate in interdisciplinary committees, initiatives, collaboration and similar groups related to ongoing hospital expansion, remodeling, and similar construction to ensure optimal RCS related patient care needs are met.
• Performs other duties as assigned.