Part-Time Respiratory Therapist - Weekends

Azza HealthCare Agency; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency in Georgia is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to provide advanced respiratory care in critical care settings, independently managing ventilators, performing airway procedures, and evaluating arterial blood gases. You will educate patients and staff and collaborate with healthcare teams to promote safety and quality of care.

You will contribute to performance improvement initiatives while upholding professional standards.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Certifications NBRC-RRT, RCP, BLS, and ACLS are required or preferred.
• 0-2 years clinical experience with at least 6 months in critical care.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with computer systems and collaborative teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care with focus on safety, quality, and evidence-based practices.
• Perform assessments, ventilator management, airway procedures, and pulmonary diagnostics.
• Administer medications and therapies per protocol.
• Mentor and educate patients, new staff, and students.
• Ensure accurate documentation, electronic ordering, and maintain a safe environment.
• Participate in quality improvement and adhere to policies.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy

NBRC-RRT, RCP, BLS, and ACLS certifications

0-2 years clinical experience (≥6 months in critical care)

Job description

Role Overview: The Respiratory Therapist II provides advanced respiratory care, medication administration, and patient assessments in complex clinical situations, primarily in critical care settings. They independently manage ventilators, perform airway procedures, analyze arterial blood gases, and educate patients and staff. The role involves collaboration with healthcare teams, promoting quality and safe patient care, and supporting performance improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering patient care with a focus on safety, quality, and evidence-based practices
• Performing assessments, ventilator management, airway procedures, and pulmonary diagnostics
• Administering medications and therapies per protocol
• Mentoring and educating patients, new staff, and students
• Ensuring accurate documentation, electronic ordering, and promoting a safe environment
• Participating in quality improvement and adhering to organizational policies

Qualifications & Skills

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy
• Certifications: NBRC-RRT, RCP, BLS, and ACLS
• 0-2 years clinical experience, with at least 6 months in critical care
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with computer systems and collaborative team work

Additional Requirements: Ability to perform invasive/non-invasive procedures, multi-task efficiently, and demonstrate a patient-centered approach in diverse populations.