Registered Respiratory Therapist, PRN

University of Arkansas System

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

Posted 10/23/2026part-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 regulatory standards and promoting a positive patient care environment.

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

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Hard Skills

Arterial Blood Gases (ABG)Intrapulmonary Percussive Ventilation (IPV)Chest Physiotherapy (CPT)Metered Dose Inhalers (MDI)Incentive SpirometryN95 Mask ProficiencyPowered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR)Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR)Patient Treatment DocumentationEmergency Response Assistance

Soft Skills

Positive Image ProjectionQuality Patient CareTeam CollaborationCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

E-Chart System

Certifications & Qualifications

ACCSNPSACLS

Industry Keywords

Respiratory CarePatient Care EnvironmentHealthcare ComplianceClinical Team Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work under physician direction and under the supervision of the Respiratory Care Clinical Team Manager
Provide quality patient care and promote a healthy work environment
Project a positive image for the UAMS Health Benton/Bryant location
Perform routine respiratory care procedures including updrafts, metered dose inhalers (MDI), chest physiotherapy (CPT), arterial blood gases (ABG), incentive spirometry, intrapulmonary percussive ventilation (IPV), 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 place documentation in 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
Employees must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR)
License or Certificate required for application
List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
Resume
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
Position is subject to pre-employment screening, including criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification
Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in respiratory care
Preferred: One or more of ACCS, NPS, ACLS

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Retirement: 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
This is a PRN/Extra Help position and is not benefits eligible.