Registered Respiratory Therapist (PRN)

• Job Location: Harrison, AR 72601
• Position Type: PRNJob
• Shift: VariesBring 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.

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