Respiratory Therapist, (CRT), PRN

Lifepoint Health•Hot Springs, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

National Park Medical Center 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 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. 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.
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.