Respiratory Therapist - PRN

Job Description

Respiratory Therapist

PRN

As a Respiratory Therapist, at Northwest Medical Center

• Bentonville, you'll play a vital role in doing what you do best- providing quality care to our patients. Our FT/PT RT staff enjoy a robust benefits package including health insurance, 401K, flexible scheduling, 100% licensure/certification reimbursement, Tuition Reimbursement, and up to 10K for student loan payments.

Requirements:

• Associate's degree and a credential of Certified (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).

• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (LRCP) by the Arkansas Medical Board

• Expected to maintain a CPR and advanced certifications .

• Expected to maintain NRP

• Expected to maintain ACLS

• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.

About the Job:

• 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.

• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

• Performs a variety of tasks.

• A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.

• Typically reports to a manager.

We know it's not just about finding a job. It's about finding a place where you are respected, valued and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.

About Us:

Northwest Health provides inpatient, outpatient, diagnostic imaging, medical, surgical and emergency services to the Bentonville, Springdale, Fayetteville, Johnson and Siloam Springs communities in northwestern Arkansas. We are your family, friends and neighbors, and we work with and for our community to provide quality healthcare.

With a combined active medical staff of more than 540 physicians, 2,200 employees and 487 beds, Northwest Health is one of the largest health networks in Northwest Arkansas with five hospitals and over thirty clinics. Our hospitals include:

• Northwest Medical Center

• Bentonville

• Northwest Medical Center

• Springdale

• Siloam Springs Regional Hospital

• Northwest Health Physicians' Specialty Hospital

• Willow Creek Women's Hospital

Northwest Arkansas is one of the fastest growing and most dynamic regions in America-a perfect blend of urban sophistication and small town charm. If you aren't local and haven't already discovered this, check out www.northwestarkansas.org to see why NWA keeps winning awards as a best place to live.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/M/V) and welcome you to apply.

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