Registered Respiratory Therapist

Piedmont Healthcare Inc.; Jasper (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Mountainside Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform patient assessments and a range of respiratory care procedures in adult care areas. The role includes blood gas analysis and ensuring equipment is properly maintained, with emphasis on patient education.

The ideal candidate has an Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences and is ready to meet licensing requirements upon hire, including RRT, BCLS, ACLS and PALS within specified timelines.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences required.
• No experience required.
• RRT, BCLS, ACLS and PALS required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Performing patient assessments, general respiratory care procedures and protocols.
• Blood gas analysis, maintenance and management of all equipment, and patient education.

Education

Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences

Job description

Overview

Performing patient assessments, general respiratory care procedures and protocols, critical care procedures in adult care areas, blood gas analysis, maintenance and management of all equipment and patient education.

Responsibilities

Performing patient assessments, general respiratory care procedures and protocols, critical care procedures in adult care areas, blood gas analysis, maintenance and management of all equipment and patient education.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences Required

Work Experience

• No experience required Required

Licenses and Certifications

• RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist and Licensed by the State of Georgia under the Composite State Board of Medical Examiners Upon Hire Required and
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required and
• ACLS Upon Hire Required
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support within 60 Days Required

Business Unit : Company Name

Piedmont Mountainside Hospital