Part-Time Registered Respiratory Therapist II

Azza HealthCare Agency; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency in Georgia seeks a Respiratory Therapist II to provide advanced respiratory care in critical care settings, manage ventilators, and perform airway procedures. You will educate patients and families, collaborate with the healthcare team, and document care accurately.

Requirements include an Associate or Bachelor's in Respiratory Therapy (preferred), active BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP and NBRC-RRT or RCP certification, and 0–1 years of ICU experience.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy (preferred).
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and NBRC-RRT or RCP.
• 0–1 years clinical experience with at least 6 months in critical care required.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with computer systems and data management.

Responsibilities

• Delivering high-quality patient care through assessments, planning, and therapy execution.
• Managing ventilator support, airway care, and invasive/non-invasive procedures.
• Providing patient and family education tailored to specific needs.
• Collaborating with healthcare team members to optimize care.
• Ensuring safety, accurate documentation, and adherence to policies.
• Participating in performance improvement and evidence-based practices.
• Mentoring and precepting new staff and students.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

Ventilator management

ABG interpretation

Electronic health records

Job description

Role Overview: The Respiratory Therapist II provides advanced respiratory care, medication administration, and patient assessment in critical care settings. They demonstrate independent decision-making, manage ventilators, perform airway procedures, and interpret diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gases. The role includes educating patients, families, and staff, as well as participating in staff development and quality improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering high-quality patient care through assessments, planning, and therapy execution
• Managing ventilator support, airway care, and invasive/non-invasive procedures
• Providing patient and family education tailored to specific needs
• Collaborating with healthcare team members to optimize care
• Ensuring safety, accurate documentation, and adherence to policies
• Participating in performance improvement and evidence-based practices
• Mentoring and precepting new staff and students

Qualifications & Skills

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy (preferred)
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and NBRC-RRT or RCP
• 0-1 years clinical experience with at least 6 months in critical care required
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with computer systems and data management

Additional Requirements: Ability to work independently in complex situations, provide compassionate patient care, and contribute to a collaborative team environment.