Respiratory Therapist (CRT), Acute

Lifepoint Health • Russellville, AR

41d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment, values teamwork, and is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care. The Respiratory Therapist evaluates and treats patients with breathing-related conditions, performs diagnostic testing, and collaborates with physicians to develop effective treatment plans. This position plays a vital role in emergency response, patient education, and maintaining high standards of clinical practice.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy, Required
• CRT or RRT license in the state of practice, Required
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments with exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
• Strong critical-thinking skills, reliability, and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Nice To Haves

• BCLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications, Preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic testing, including bedside, EKGs, blood gas analysis, and tobacco cessation education.
• Deliver respiratory therapies, monitor patient response, and communicate changes in condition.
• Respond to codes and emergent respiratory calls, providing rapid assessment and intervention.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory health, medication use, and illness management.
• Maintain and calibrate respiratory equipment, manage supplies, and support performance improvement efforts.
• Provide care across neonatal through older adult populations while ensuring compliance with safety and infection-control standards.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree