CRT or RRT Respiratory Care Practitioner I

Department: Respiratory Care Shift: Day Working Hours: 0630-1900 Summary: The Respiratory Care Practitioner must consistently meet or exceed customer expectations by assessing, treating, and/or testing patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunction per physician orders and protocols. They must document patient responses to such and integrate clinical expertise to improve the quality of care and patient outcomes.

Other information: EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program EXPERIENCE: 0-2 years of experience or greater as a respiratory therapist CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Arkansas Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (LRCP), and Basic Life Support Provider (BLS). Prefer PALS & NRP.

ACLS may be required depending on the assigned department. This job will be authorized 72.00 hours bi-weekly.