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Respiratory Therapist - Day Shift - 10K Sign-on Bonus

Respiratory TherapistNo nightsFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

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01/31/2027

Type of Position

Job Type: Regular

Work Shift

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available

No

Institution Name

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
  • Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
  • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
  • Career Training and Educational Opportunities
  • Merchant Discounts
  • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution.

The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy.

Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

Department: ICE | NRSL Respiratory Therapy IP C

Department's Website

Summary of Job Duties

  • This posting will be used to fill multiple positions
  • Schedule: Full-Time; Day Shifts Available
  • New Graduates Welcome to Apply

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) works under physician direction and under the supervision of the Respiratory Care Clinical Team Manager. They are a professional who works within the limits of their license and credentials adhering to institutional and departmental policies, procedures and standards.

The Registered Respiratory Therapist is required to provide quality patient care, promote a healthy work environment, and project a positive image for UAMS Medical Center.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma plus 2 years direct respiratory care experience OR an Associate's degree in Respiratory Care.

Applicant must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).

Applicant must hold a current Arkansas Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (LRCP).

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Respiratory care.

ACCS, NPS, ACLS

Qualifications Equivalencies

Additional Information

10K Sign-on Bonus is available

Responsibilities

Performs routine respiratory care procedures including, but not limited to: updrafts, metered dose inhalers (MDI), chest physiotherapy (CPT), arterial blood gases (ABG), incentive spirometry, intrapulmonary percussive ventilation (IPV), patient education, mechanical ventilator setup and management. Assists in codes and rapid responses.

  • Calls for, or physically moves, equipment and medical supplies needed into the assigned work areas
  • Enters patient treatment notes in e-chart system and/or places documentation in patient charts
  • May perform other duties as assigned.

Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).

Physical Requirements

  • Stand: Frequently
  • Sit: Occasionally
  • Walk: Frequently
  • Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Occasionally
  • Lift and carry weight: 100+ lbs
  • Push and pull weight:100+ lbs
  • Use hands to touch, handle or feel: Frequently
  • Talk: Frequently
  • Hear: Continuously
  • Taste or smell: Occasionally
  • Read, concentrate, think analytically: Continuously
  • Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment
  • Noise Level: Moderate
  • Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity, Near visual acuity
  • Hazards: Biological, Chemical, Dust, Electrical, Fumes/Gases/Odors, Radiation, Sharp objects/tools

#UAMSRespiratory

Salary Information

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents

Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants

Recruitment Contact Information

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law.

Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity

Frequent Physical Activity

Occasional Physical Activity

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Qualifications

Education
Associate degree

Key Skills

Mechanical ventilationRapid responseMedical equipment managementInfection controlN95 mask fitting

Respiratory Therapy Career Context

Of the 43 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 53% have no call, 47% require no weekends.

Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Respiratory Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score5.1 / 10 · top 25% in respiratory therapyranked against 4,000 Respiratory Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedRespiratory Therapy median $83k (middle half $68k–$109k)23 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingArkansas index 86.9US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Respiratory Therapy listings in Arkansas64 active3,986 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 53% no call · 47% no weekends43 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$10k sign-onUS healthcare professional listings: 23% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 6% offer loan repayment4,173 active listings, Oct 2026
Respiratory Therapy pay trend+1.6% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (4,000 Respiratory Therapy listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Respiratory Therapist Jobs

30 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

19 jobs · 15 employers
8
<$80k
4
$80k-95k
5
$95k-110k
2
$110k-125k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

20 jobs · 15 employers
401k / retirement match
85% this job
Sign-on bonus
55% this job
Loan repayment
25%
PSLF eligible
15%
Relocation assistance
10%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Respiratory Therapist - Providence Kodiak Island

Providence · Kodiak, Alaska

$37.08-$55.62/hr
#2

Respiratory Therapist

Sentara Health · Norfolk, Virginia

$37.61-$55.27/hr
#3

Respiratory Therapist RRT - Weekender - Nights

$33.16-$51.4/hr
#4

Charge Respiratory Therapist (RT) Nights

$33.05-$49.6/hr
+ 28 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 5.1
Better work-life than 80% of Respiratory Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,000 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About University of Arkansas System

Higher Education
Little Rock, Arkansas
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
Holiday, Vacation, Sick Leave
Education Discount
Retirement: Up to 10% Matched Contribution
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts

Living in Little Rock

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$216k
Typical market rent
$1,184/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
89.4
State income tax
Up to 4.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.