Critical Care Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Atrium Health; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health hiring skilled Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care across patient care areas. You will operate ventilators, deliver prescribed therapies, and participate in diagnostic and emergency procedures to ensure adequate oxygenation.

The role requires NBRC–RRT credential and state licensure, with experience in critical care preferred. Strong documentation, communication, and adherence to safety standards are essential.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist credential and active state license.
• 2 years of critical care experience for ED roles, or new grads with RRT credentials.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of oxygen delivery modes and equipment and conducts prescribed therapeutic procedures.
• Administers and monitors respiratory therapies; performs diagnostic procedures per policy.
• Operates mechanical and non-invasive ventilators; understands critical care implications.
• Evaluates therapies independently and recommends care plans.
• Documents therapy results; communicates with the health care team.
• Performs blood gas analysis and interprets results; acts on abnormal findings.
• Works autonomously across patient care areas; proficient with EMR interfaces.
• Follows safety guidelines; completes regulatory requirements and proficiency evaluations.

Education

Associate's degree in respiratory therapy

BSRT preferred

Job description

Atrium Health hiring skilled Respiratory Therapist to provide respiratory care across patient care areas. You will operate ventilators, deliver prescribed therapies, and participate in diagnostic and emergency procedures to ensure adequate oxygenation.

The role requires NBRC–RRT credential and state licensure, with experience in critical care preferred. Strong documentation, communication, and adherence to safety standards are essential.