Part-Time Respiratory Therapist

Proforma Health Inc; Georgia; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Proforma Health Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to provide advanced respiratory care in critical care settings. You will perform ventilator management, arterial blood gas analysis, and patient education while ensuring safety and evidence-based practice.

The role emphasizes independent decision-making, collaboration with healthcare teams, mentorship of new staff and students, and contributions to performance improvement initiatives within a supportive clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, NBRC-RRT or RCP
• 0–2 years clinical experience with at least 6 months in critical care
• Strong communication, critical thinking, assessment, and computer skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate in a positive environment

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and collaborate on care planning
• Administer aerosolized medications, manage ventilators, and conduct airway procedures
• Educate patients, families, and staff while supporting team development
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and documentation standards
• Participate in quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives

Skills

Communication

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 assessment, primarily in critical care settings. Responsibilities include ventilator management, airway procedures, arterial blood gas analysis, and patient education. The role involves independent decision-making, collaboration with healthcare teams, and mentoring new staff and students. It emphasizes delivering safe, quality care by adhering to evidence-based practices, promoting patient safety, and supporting performance improvement initiatives.

The Respiratory Therapist II provides advanced respiratory care, medication administration, and patient assessment, primarily in critical care settings. Responsibilities include ventilator management, airway procedures, arterial blood gas analysis, and patient education. The role involves independent decision-making, collaboration with healthcare teams, and mentoring new staff and students. It emphasizes delivering safe, quality care by adhering to evidence-based practices, promoting patient safety, and supporting performance improvement initiatives.

Key Duties

• Perform patient assessments and collaborate on care planning
• Administer aerosolized medications, manage ventilators, and conduct airway procedures
• Educate patients, families, and staff while supporting team development
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and documentation standards
• Participate in quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and NBRC-RRT or RCP
• 0-2 years of clinical experience with at least 6 months in critical care
• Strong communication, critical thinking, assessment, and computer skills
• Ability to work independently, collaborate effectively, and promote a positive work environment