Registered Respiratory Therapist

Black Women's Mental Health Institute; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Women's Mental Health Institute is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide direct respiratory care, perform diagnostic tests, and manage ventilators for optimal patient outcomes. You will collaborate with physicians and nurses to ensure safe, high-quality care and educate patients and families on treatment plans to promote understanding and adherence.

The role requires strong clinical assessment, ventilator management, and effective communication, with a team-oriented

Qualifications

• RRT credential is required.
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic capabilities are essential.
• Proficiency in ventilator management is required.
• Excellent communication and patient/family education skills.
• Team-oriented mindset with commitment to continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapy and perform diagnostic procedures.
• Manage and monitor ventilators and respiratory equipment.
• Coordinate care with clinical teams to support patient outcomes.
• Educate patients and families on therapies and safety guidelines.
• Maintain safety and quality standards in clinical practices.

Skills

RRT credential

Clinical assessment

Ventilator management

Communication & education

Teamwork & learning

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Provide direct respiratory care by performing diagnostic tests, managing ventilators, and delivering evidence-based treatments to optimize patient outcomes. Collaborate with physicians and nurses to ensure safe, high-quality respiratory care. Educate patients and families on treatment plans, promoting understanding and adherence.

Key Duties

• Administer respiratory therapy and perform diagnostic procedures
• Manage and monitor ventilators and other respiratory equipment
• Coordinate care with clinical teams to support patient outcomes
• Educate patients and families on therapies and safety guidelines
• Maintain safety and quality standards in all clinical practices

Qualifications & Skills

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic capabilities
• Proficiency in ventilator management
• Effective communication and patient/family education skills
• Team-oriented mindset and commitment to continuous learning