Registered Respiratory Therapist – Night Shift

University of Arkansas System

. Work under physician direction and supervision of the Respiratory Care Clinical Team Manager .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeBenton • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in respiratory care procedures, including mechanical ventilator management and patient education, while ensuring compliance with licensing requirements and promoting a positive healthcare environment.

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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)Arkansas Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (LRCP)Mechanical Ventilator Setup and ManagementPatient EducationACLS Certification

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Hard Skills

Routine Respiratory Care ProceduresArterial Blood GasesIntrapulmonary Percussive VentilationChest PhysiotherapyIncentive Spirometry

Soft Skills

Promoting a Healthy Work EnvironmentPositive Image Projection

Tools & Technologies

E-Chart System

Certifications & Qualifications

ACCS CertificationNPS Certification

Industry Keywords

Respiratory CarePatient Treatment NotesPPE ComplianceHeavy Work Capability

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work under physician direction and supervision of the Respiratory Care Clinical Team Manager
Provide quality respiratory patient care within the limits of license and credentials
Promote a healthy work environment and project a positive image for UAMS Health Benton/Bryant
Perform routine respiratory care procedures including updrafts, metered dose inhalers, chest physiotherapy, arterial blood gases, incentive spirometry, intrapulmonary percussive ventilation, patient education, and mechanical ventilator setup and management
Assist in codes and rapid responses
Call for or physically move equipment and medical supplies into assigned work areas
Enter patient treatment notes in the e-chart system and/or patient charts
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma/GED plus two (2) years of direct respiratory care experience OR an associate’s degree
Applicant must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by hire date
Applicant must hold a current Arkansas Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (LRCP) by hire date
Bachelor’s degree in respiratory care preferred
One or more of the following preferred: ACCS, NPS, ACLS
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
License or Certificate required for application
List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
Resume
Must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in PPE including N95 masks, PAPR or CAPR
Ability to perform heavy work, exerting up to 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly
Subject to pre-employment screening, including criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy