Night Shift Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care

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

Job summary

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is hiring a Registered Respiratory Therapist for night shifts. You will assess patients, perform respiratory care procedures, and contribute to critical care in adult units.

Responsibilities include blood gas analysis, equipment maintenance, and patient education. Requires an associate degree in respiratory therapy and state licensure upon hire, with certifications (RRT, BCLS, ACLS, PALS) within 60 days.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences is required.
• No experience required.
• Licenses and certifications required within 60 days of hire: RRT, BCLS, ACLS, PALS.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and respiratory care procedures.
• Carry out critical care procedures in adult care areas.
• Perform blood gas analysis and manage equipment.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care.

Skills

Patient assessment

Respiratory care procedures

Adult critical care procedures

Equipment maintenance

Education

Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences

Tools

Blood gas analyzer

Job description

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is hiring a Registered Respiratory Therapist for night shifts. You will assess patients, perform respiratory care procedures, and contribute to critical care in adult units.

Responsibilities include blood gas analysis, equipment maintenance, and patient education. Requires an associate degree in respiratory therapy and state licensure upon hire, with certifications (RRT, BCLS, ACLS, PALS) within 60 days.