Critical Care Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Piedmont; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Augusta Hospital in Augusta, GA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform patient assessments and respiratory care procedures per established protocols. The role includes critical care support in adult care areas and blood gas analysis, with responsibility for maintenance of equipment and patient education.

Required qualifications include an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences, RRT and Georgia state licensure upon hire, and relevant life-support certifications to be

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences is required.
• RRT certification and Georgia state license required upon hire.
• BCLS, ACLS within hire and PALS within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and respiratory care procedures per protocols.
• Carry out critical care procedures in adult care areas and blood gas analysis.
• Maintain equipment and provide patient education.

Skills

No experience required

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences

Job description

Piedmont Augusta Hospital in Augusta, GA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform patient assessments and respiratory care procedures per established protocols. The role includes critical care support in adult care areas and blood gas analysis, with responsibility for maintenance of equipment and patient education.

Required qualifications include an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences, RRT and Georgia state licensure upon hire, and relevant life-support certifications to be