Critical Care Respiratory Therapist II - Night Shift

Wellstar Health Systems; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist II for night shifts in a high-acuity ICU/NICU setting in Georgia. You will perform patient care, therapy administration, ventilator management, and family education, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

A strong clinical foundation and credentialing are required. Graduate of an accredited RT program with required licenses; acute care experience preferred, and the role emphasizes patient safety and ongoing

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate well, critical thinking, and build strong physician/healthcare team relationships.
• Good customer relations, assessment, and communication skills required.
• Capable of using computer systems and databases.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care in critical care areas with ventilator management and education.
• Administers therapy and verifies orders, including aerosolized meds and oxygen.
• Educates patients and mentors new staff; participates in staff development and procedural education.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Computer skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Wellstar Health System seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist II for night shifts in a high-acuity ICU/NICU setting in Georgia. You will perform patient care, therapy administration, ventilator management, and family education, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

A strong clinical foundation and credentialing are required. Graduate of an accredited RT program with required licenses; acute care experience preferred, and the role emphasizes patient safety and ongoing