Respiratory Therapist - Day Shift - 10k Sign-on Bonus

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience; bonus: $...
Registered respiratory therapist (rrt)
Arkansas licensed respiratory care practitioner
Mechanical ventilator setup and management
The Registered Respiratory Therapist works under physician direction to provide quality patient care within the limits of their license

Job Summary

  • The Registered Respiratory Therapist works under physician direction to provide quality patient care within the limits of their license.
  • UAMS offers a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages teamwork and diversity.
  • Employees receive benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, up to 10% retirement match, and a $10,000 sign-on bonus.

Matching Summary

The Registered Respiratory Therapist works under physician direction to provide quality patient care within the limits of their license.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Bonus: $10,000 Sign-on Bonus; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
  • Arkansas Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner
  • Mechanical ventilator setup and management
  • Arterial blood gases (ABG) procedures
  • Patient education and treatment documentation

Nice-to-have

  • New graduates welcome to apply
  • Bachelor's degree in Respiratory care
  • ACCS, NPS, ACLS certifications
  • Collaborative healthcare teamwork environment
  • Diversity and inclusion championing

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma plus 2 years direct respiratory care experience OR Associate's degree
  • Current Arkansas Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (LRCP)
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States
  • Must be fitted for and capable of donning N95 masks and PAPR equipment

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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