Pediatric Respiratory Therapist – Patient-Focused Care

12 Scottish Rite Children's Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join an interdisciplinary team delivering high-quality pediatric respiratory care. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, ensuring safety and compliance with standards.

The role requires a Georgia-licensed Respiratory Care Professional with NBRC-RRT credentials, BLS, and PALS within the specified timelines, plus at least one year of experience in pediatric settings.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience as an RRT.
• Pediatric experience preferred.
• Graduate from accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Georgia licensure as Respiratory Care Professional required.

Responsibilities

• Integrates evidence and research findings into clinical judgement.
• Participates in monitoring activities to maintain a culture of safety.
• Identifies hazards and errors in care.
• Ensures equipment is in working order for safe patient care.
• Delivers respiratory care tailored to pediatric patients.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Provides patient and family education.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient-care

Communication

Education

BS in Respiratory Therapy

Graduation from accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Georgia license as Respiratory Care Professional

NBRC RRT certification

Tools

BLS

PALS

Job description

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join an interdisciplinary team delivering high-quality pediatric respiratory care. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, ensuring safety and compliance with standards.

The role requires a Georgia-licensed Respiratory Care Professional with NBRC-RRT credentials, BLS, and PALS within the specified timelines, plus at least one year of experience in pediatric settings.