Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Acute

Lifepoint Health • Benton, AR

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Saline Memorial Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare
delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound
commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to
others. As a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) joining our team, you’re embracing a
vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this
meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a
remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

The Respiratory Therapist, reporting to the Respiratory Market Director, is a
non-exempt position requiring critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the
ability to work independently in a high-pressure environment. The role involves
delivering routine therapy as delegated, responding to codes and emergent calls, assessing patient conditions, and administering appropriate treatments. The
therapist monitors, records, and communicates patient status while educating
patients and families on illnesses and available community resources.
Responsibilities also include managing respiratory care supplies and medical gas
cylinders, maintaining equipment, and performing regular cleaning,
sterilization, and preventive maintenance. The position requires adherence to
healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, and the application of relevant
policies and procedures. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license
• Valid and Current Arkansas Board of Respiratory Care
• (BLS) Basic Life Support required one month from hire/transfer date
• (ACLS) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support six months from hire/transfer date
• (PALS) Pediatric Advanced Life Support six months from hire/transfer date

Responsibilities

• delivering routine therapy as delegated
• responding to codes and emergent calls
• assessing patient conditions
• administering appropriate treatments
• monitors, records, and communicates patient status
• educating patients and families on illnesses and available community resources
• managing respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders
• maintaining equipment
• performing regular cleaning, sterilization, and preventive maintenance
• adherence to healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, and the application of relevant policies and procedures

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed