Registered Respiratory Therapist

Houston Healthcare; Georgia; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory Healthcare in Warner Robins, GA is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a full-time night shift. The role requires graduation from an AMA-approved RT program, Georgia licensure (RRT) by NBRC, and current BLS; ACLS/ALS/NRP and PALS should be obtained within specified timelines.

You will assess patients, administer prescribed therapies, and assist physicians. Duties include operating pulmonary lab equipment, performing cardiology and pulmonary tests as qualified, and collaborating

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Therapist program.
• No prior experience required.
• Current Georgia RRT license and NBRC credentials.
• BLS required; ACLS/ALS/NRP and PALS within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients per physician orders.
• Administer prescribed respiratory therapies.
• Operate pulmonary lab and related equipment.
• Perform ECG, echocardiography, stress testing, and EEG as qualified.

Skills

Patient assessment

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Education

AMA-approved RT program

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist page is loaded## Registered Respiratory Therapistlocations: Warner Robins, Georgiatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR103417**Work Shift:**Night - 12 Hour (United States of America)Assesses patients, performs diagnostics, assists, and consults with physicians and other healthcare professionals. Administers the prescribed therapy to patients based on physician orders. May also be required to become proficient in the operation of Pulmonary Lab, cardiovascular and neurology equipment and in the performance of related duties except where additional licensure is required. Performs in areas of cardiology including electrocardiograms, echocardiography, cardiac and pulmonary stress testing, and electroencephalography where deemed competent.Qualifications:Education & Training: Graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Therapist educational program.Experience: NoneRequired Certification/Registration/Licensure: Current licensure by the Composite State Board of Georgia. Current RRT as recognized by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Current AHA/ARC BLS certification. Current AHA ACLS/ARC ALS and NRP certification or obtained within three (3) months of hire. Current AHA/ARC PALS certification or obtained within nine (9) months of hire.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Must have good working knowledge in the use of equipment used for the diagnosis and treatment of patients receiving routine and critical respiratory care.Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare's Human Resources at [e-mail]. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.**Scheduled Weekly Hours:**36**FTE:**0.9**Expanded Work Shift:****On Call:**