Respiratory Therapist - PT

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Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas Until 8/22/2026 First posted May 1, 2026 Last posted May 1, 2026
Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Job Profile Summary
Overview
Performs direct patient care in all aspects of respiratory care, according to physician's orders. Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy. Acts as an advanced resource person for physicians and nursing on respiratory care. Performs duties as assigned.

Position Details:

Qualifications
Education: Graduate of CoArc approved Respiratory Care program.
Licensure: Meets state licensure requirements and has a current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
Experience: None.
Certifications: Hold the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential awarded by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). For co-workers who work in the Emergency Room PALS is required.
Other: Physical demands are attached plus push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs. Plus, pinch up to 10 lbs., kneel, crouch, and crawl minimally. Equipment Used: All appropriate respiratory care devices.
Preferred Education: Acute Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Preferred Licensure:
Preferred Experience: Prefer critical care experience.
Preferred Certifications:
Preferred Other:

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

About this role

Summary

Performs respiratory care, consults physicians, acts as resource, no prior experience needed.

Job title

Respiratory Therapist - PT

Experience level

none

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

On-site at Mercy Hospital in Arkansas, no remote work allowed.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

licensureRRTrespiratory care

Preferred skills

ACLScritical care

Specializations

respiratory carecritical careemergency
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site