Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Acute, PRN

Lifepoint Health • Russellville, AR

2h • Onsite

About The Position

Saint Mary’s Regional Health System 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. A meaningful opportunity to support patients across all ages with high quality respiratory care. 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.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• RRT license in the state of practice.
• BCLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic testing, including bedside PFTs, 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

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree