Registered Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift

Vetted Solutions; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Vetted Solutions seeks a Respiratory Therapist II to deliver advanced respiratory care, primarily in critical care settings, including ventilator management and arterial blood gas interpretation. You will educate patients and families and collaborate with the healthcare team to improve outcomes.

The role emphasizes adherence to policies and evidence-based practices, with a focus on safety and quality through performance improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited respiratory therapy program with at least 20 science hours.
• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Licenses and certifications: NBRC-RRT, Respiratory Care Professional, BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP (or provisional), all required upon hire.
• 0-2 years of clinical experience, with at least 6 months in critical care.

Responsibilities

• Verifies orders and delivers advanced respiratory care.
• Performs invasive and non-invasive procedures as appropriate.
• Interprets arterial blood gases.
• Supports patient and family needs and education.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Assessment

Computer skills

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Respiratory Therapist II provides advanced respiratory care, primarily in critical care settings, including ventilator management, airway procedures, medication administration, and patient assessments. They deliver patient education, collaborate with healthcare teams, and mentor new staff and students. The role emphasizes ensuring safe, high-quality care through adherence to policies, evidence-based practices, and performance improvement initiatives. Responsibilities include verifying orders, performing invasive and non-invasive procedures, interpreting arterial blood gases, and supporting patient and family needs. The therapist contributes to a positive team environment and promotes patient safety and quality outcomes.

Qualifications Include

• Graduation from an accredited respiratory therapy program with at least 20 science hours


• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's preferred


• Licenses and certifications: NBRC-RRT, Respiratory Care Professional, BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP (or provisional), all required upon hire


• 0-2 years of clinical experience, with at least 6 months in critical care

Skills required:

strong communication, critical thinking, teamwork, assessment, and computer skills. Ability to provide compassionate patient care and collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals is essential.