Registered Respiratory Therapist - NICU

Job overview

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (NICU) role is an onsite position based in Fort Smith, AR. Compensation is not specified in the posting, and the role supports the respiratory care department at Mercy, contributing to the organization's mission of providing innovative and compassionate healthcare. This role exists to practice the principles and techniques of cardiopulmonary medicine under physician direction, specifically within the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The therapist provides critical care and diagnostic services to neonatal and pediatric patients.

What you'll do

• Perform respiratory care procedures
• Monitor neonatal/pediatric status
• Collaborate with physicians
• Maintain patient records
• Operate respiratory equipment
• Ensure patient safety
• Educate families
• Participate in clinical team
• Maintain certifications
• Implement care plans.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

fort smith ar

healthcare

respiratory therapist

nicu

clinical care

mercy

cardiopulmonary

critical care

no on-call

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, matched retirement plans.

Why this role

Outstanding benefits, tuition support, matched retirement plans, collaborative team environment.

About the employer

Mercy is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of All Other Miscellaneous Health Practitioners. Sector: 62.