Part-Time Registered Respiratory Therapist II

Live Well Homecare; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare in Georgia seeks a Respiratory Therapist II to provide advanced respiratory care in critical care settings, manage ventilators, perform airway procedures, and conduct arterial blood gas analysis as part of individualized care plans.

The role emphasizes education, mentoring staff and students, participation in invasive and non-invasive procedures, and adherence to safety, quality standards, and evidence-based practices to support excellent patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Licenses including BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP and NBRC-RRT or RCP required at hire.
• 0–2 years of clinical experience, with at least 6 months in critical care.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient care, including aerosolized medications, bronchial hygiene, and oxygen therapy.
• Manage ventilator settings, weaning, and airway interventions such as intubation and tracheostomy care.
• Educate patients and support staff, including mentoring and precepting new employees and students.
• Participate in invasive and non-invasive procedures, pulmonary diagnostics, and cardiac service procedures.
• Ensure patient safety through accurate documentation, adherence to quality standards, and participation in performance improvement initiatives.
• Promote evidence-based practices and maintain compliance with organizational policies and standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Assessment

Computer skills

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Role Overview

The Respiratory Therapist II provides advanced respiratory care, medication administration, and patient assessments in critical care settings. They independently manage ventilators, perform airway procedures, arterial blood gas analysis, and collaborate with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient care, including aerosolized medications, bronchial hygiene, and oxygen therapy.


• Manage ventilator settings, weaning, and airway interventions such as intubation and tracheostomy care.


• Educate patients and support staff, including mentoring and precepting new employees and students.


• Participate in invasive and non-invasive procedures, pulmonary diagnostics, and cardiac service procedures.


• Ensure patient safety through accurate documentation, adherence to quality standards, and participation in performance improvement initiatives.


• Promote evidence-based practices and maintain compliance with organizational policies and standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy (preferred).


• Licenses and certifications including BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and NBRC-RRT or RCP, all required upon hire.


• 0-2 years of clinical experience, with at least 6 months in critical care.


• Strong communication, critical thinking, assessment, and computer skills, with the ability to establish effective working relationships.

Join a team dedicated to compassionate, excellence-driven healthcare, where your contributions make a meaningful impact.