Critical Care Respiratory Therapist II

Live Well Homecare; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to provide advanced respiratory care, including medication administration and ventilator management, primarily in critical care settings. You will independently make clinical decisions, educate patients and staff, and collaborate with healthcare teams to implement care plans.

The role emphasizes high-quality, safe, evidence-based care while supporting patients, families, and colleagues in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Licenses/certifications: NBRC-RRT, Respiratory Care Professional, BLS, ACLS.

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory therapies, including medications, ventilator support, and airway management.
• Performs assessments, interprets waveforms, and manages invasive/non-invasive procedures.
• Provides patient and family education, and mentors new employees and students.
• Ensures safety and quality through accurate documentation, adherence to protocols, and participation in performance improvement initiatives.
• Collaborates with healthcare professionals to plan and evaluate patient care.
• Supports a positive team environment and promotes evidence-based practices.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Computer skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

NBRC-RRT

Respiratory Care Professional

BLS

ACLS

Job description

Live Well Homecare is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to provide advanced respiratory care, including medication administration and ventilator management, primarily in critical care settings. You will independently make clinical decisions, educate patients and staff, and collaborate with healthcare teams to implement care plans.

The role emphasizes high-quality, safe, evidence-based care while supporting patients, families, and colleagues in a dynamic healthcare environment.