Registered Respiratory Therapist, Nights, WEO

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

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Georgia seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to perform patient assessments, general respiratory procedures, and manage equipment. Candidates should have an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences, RRT credentialing, and preferred certifications in BCLS and ACLS. Experience in critical care is a plus.

Qualifications

• Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Licensed by the State of Georgia.
• Current certifications in BCLS, ACLS.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and general respiratory care.
• Conduct blood gas analysis and manage equipment.
• Educate patients on respiratory care.

Skills

Patient assessments

General respiratory care procedures

Critical care procedures

Blood gas analysis

Patient education

Education

Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences

Job description

Responsibilities

RESPONSIBLE FOR:
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

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
None.

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
Credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and Licensed by the State of Georgia under the Composite State Board of Medical Examiners.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Current certifications in BCLS, ACLS. Must be actively practicing and maintaining all required competencies. One (1) year of experience in performing professional respiratory duties preferred.

Business Unit : Name: Piedmont Columbus Midtown