REGISTERED RESP. THERAPIST - RESPIRATORY THERAPY - FULL TIME
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What You Should Know About the Registered Respiratory Therapist:
- This is a 12-hour shift position with typical hours ranging from 7 a. m./p. m.-7 p. m. /a. m.
- This position is based within Jefferson Regional Respiratory Therapy Department
Job Summary
A registered respiratory therapist assesses and treats patients with breathing disorders, such as but not limited to asthma, emphysema, and pneumonia. They administer respiratory treatments, conduct diagnostic test, and educate patients on breathing techniques and equipment use. Additionally, they collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans.
Registered Respiratory Therapist Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent required. Technical diploma in Respiratory Therapy is required. Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy is preferred.
- Graduate for an AMA approved Respiratory Therapy program
- Current license with the Arkansas State Medical Board and Registered through the Nation Board of Respiratory Care RRT credential required
- Regulatory Requirements: BLS required upon hire or before patient care, ACLS required within 6 months of hire, PALS/NRP preferred
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Ability to work collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team, including but not limited to, physicians, nurses, and other respiratory therapists
- Assess patient needs and adjust treatment plans as necessary
- Must be self motivated, have the ability to work independently, maintain a high level of accuracy, and have the ability to handle confidential material
- 2+ years hospital experience preferred
- 1+ years of respiratory therapy experience preferred
- Experience in critical care and/ or neonatal care areas preferred
- Proficiency in various respiratory therapy techniques preferred
- Experience in an acute care setting preferred
Benefits & Perks: your health and happiness matters! We offer:
- Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Matching Retirement Plans
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Career growth
- And much, much, more!
Jefferson Regional complies with applicable Federal Civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.
Key Responsibilities
Assess and treat patients with breathing disorders by administering respiratory treatments, conducting diagnostic tests, and teaching patients about breathing techniques and equipment. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans, adjusting treatments to meet patient needs.
Requirements
A high school diploma or equivalent, a technical diploma in respiratory therapy, and graduation from an AMA-approved respiratory therapy program are required; an associate or bachelor's degree is preferred. Candidates must hold an Arkansas State Medical Board license and the NBRC RRT credential, with BLS required upon hire or before patient care and ACLS required within six months; relevant hospital and respiratory therapy experience is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
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Key Skills
Respiratory Therapy Career Context
Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 68% have no call, 44% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Arkansas is 86.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.1% of Arkansas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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