Critical Care Respiratory Therapist II

Wellstar Health Systems, Inc.; Smyrna (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Wellstar Kennestone Hospital in the Atlanta area is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to provide complex respiratory care in critical care settings. You will administer therapies, manage ventilators, and collaborate with physicians and nurses to deliver high-quality patient care.

The role emphasizes patient and family education, staff mentorship, and participation in performance improvement initiatives. Clinical experience in critical care and CPR/BLS/ACLS certification are valued.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Respiratory Therapy; licensure and NBRC credentials expected.
• 0–2 years clinical experience with critical care exposure preferred.
• Strong communication and patient education skills required.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and delivers respiratory care per protocol and orders.
• Performs ventilator management, weaning, and airway procedures as needed.
• Assesses patients, documents care, and collaborates with care teams.
• Educates patients, families, and new staff; participates in quality initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Databases

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelors in Respiratory Therapy (preferred)

Tools

Databases

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Wellstar Kennestone Hospital in the Atlanta area is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to provide complex respiratory care in critical care settings. You will administer therapies, manage ventilators, and collaborate with physicians and nurses to deliver high-quality patient care.

The role emphasizes patient and family education, staff mentorship, and participation in performance improvement initiatives. Clinical experience in critical care and CPR/BLS/ACLS certification are valued.