The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is hiring a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) open to new graduates. In this role, you will work under physician direction and the supervision of the Respiratory Care Clinical Team Manager to provide quality patient care, project a positive image for UAMS Medical Center, and promote a healthy work environment.
What You'll Do
- 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.
- Enter patient treatment notes in the e-chart system and/or place documentation in patient charts.
- Call for, or physically move, equipment and medical supplies needed into assigned work areas.
- Interact with and assist the public in a professional and friendly manner.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills, communicating accurate and complete information while maintaining strict confidentiality when necessary.
- Demonstrate positive working relationships with co-workers, management team, and ancillary departments; follow the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines.
- Assist internal and external stakeholders with exceptional customer service.
What We're Looking For
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care by date of hire.
- Arkansas Licensed Respiratory Therapy Practitioner (LRCP) by date of hire.
- Must pass the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) RRT Credentialing Examination by date of hire.
Nice to Have
- Experience as a UAMS Respiratory Care Intern.
- ACLS, NRP, Basic Life Support (BLS).
Team & Environment
You will work under physician direction and under the supervision of the Respiratory Care Clinical Team Manager.
Benefits & Compensation
- $10,000 Sign-on Bonus (for those who qualify).
- 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.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law.
