Critical Care Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Northeast Georgia Health System; Demorest (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System seeks a Respiratory Therapist to administer and coordinate respiratory treatment for patients across all age groups. The ideal candidate will be licensed in Georgia and possess an Associate's degree. Responsibilities include effective patient care communication, thorough documentation of treatments, and management of critical care patients. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential. This role involves heavy patient interaction and supports the interdisciplinary team approach to care and treatment.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in Georgia.
• Therapist should have Respiratory Therapy training and completion of registry examination.
• Preferred: One year prior experience in relevant position.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively on patient care issues and ventilator changes.
• Document treatments and medications thoroughly in EMR.
• Manage critical care patients and understand oxygen protocol.
• Perform patient education and follow-ups on critical care patients.
• Organize patient care to complete assigned tasks efficiently.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

Good communication skills

Education

Associates Degree

Job description

Northeast Georgia Health System seeks a Respiratory Therapist to administer and coordinate respiratory treatment for patients across all age groups. The ideal candidate will be licensed in Georgia and possess an Associate's degree. Responsibilities include effective patient care communication, thorough documentation of treatments, and management of critical care patients. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential. This role involves heavy patient interaction and supports the interdisciplinary team approach to care and treatment.