Resp. Care Practitioner II

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Wellness incentives

Ongoing mentorship programs

Job summary

Emory Healthcare is seeking a qualified Respiratory Care Practitioner to deliver high-quality patient care. The role requires expertise in ventilator management and collaboration across various critical areas such as the NICU and ICU. Candidates should hold an associate's degree in Respiratory Care and a minimum of 2 years of experience, along with appropriate certifications.

Join a supportive team that values ongoing mentorship, professional development, and offers comprehensive health benefits starting from day one.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in respiratory care or equivalent judgment required.
• Licensed as active Respiratory Care Practitioner in Georgia; RRT credential required.
• Active membership in American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC) preferred.
• Certification in ECMO, intubation, PALS, etc., preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain all competencies; guide others in clinical setting.
• Ensure equipment is functioning for emergent situations.
• Act as a role model and mentor for RCP I practitioners.
• Support critical/specialty care areas including NICU, ICU, and ED.

Skills

Patient care

Ventilator management

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Care

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Respiratory therapy equipment

Job description

Overview

Job Summary: This role is designated for the RCP who has achieved RCP I expertise on the clinical, departmental and professional level. Employs the use of evidence‑based practice, department and service area initiatives, and grows individually as a professional. Adheres to the Emory Behavioral Standards, Emory Service Culture Guidelines, provides patient and family centered care, and consistently meets departmental/hospital quality & safety goals.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain all competencies; refer and guide others in the use of policies and procedures in the clinical setting.
• Ensure equipment is functioning properly and is ready for emergent situations; report failures.
• Act as role model for peers.
• Assess unit work, report to supervisor/charge, anticipate needs; provide mentor support for RCP I practitioners.
• Assist with patient care team discussions during complex patient care situations.
• Serve as preceptor; complete preceptor course.
• Accommodate and support critical/specialty care areas: NICU, ICU, ECMO, CVICU, ED, CPET, Pulmonary Rehab, IP (interventional pulmonary), etc.
• Participate as super user in department‑related in‑services and annual skill sessions; suggest modifications to care.
• Acquire resources not readily available; serve as resource for ventilator management.
• Attend department meetings (75%) and in‑services and educational offerings.
• Support the evaluation of new equipment, review policies and procedures to guide practice.
• Attend at least one professional local, state, or national respiratory conference every two years.
• Serve as preceptor/mentor for RCP level 1 respiratory therapists; maintain 15 CEU required annually.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Care; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years experience or equivalent judgment allowing independent work under general direction.
• Licensed as active Respiratory Care Practitioner in Georgia; RRT credential by National Board of Respiratory Care.
• Active membership in American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC).
• Certification: ECMO training, intubation, FCCS instructor, PALS, NRP, AARC Pulmonary Disease Educator, AARC Asthma Educator, AARC Pulmonary Rehabilitation, or equivalent.
• Other specialty certifications as required: BLS required; ACLS for adult critical care within 6 months; NPS; ACCS; CPFT/RPFT; AE‑C; etc.

Physical Requirements

Medium: Handling items 20–50 lbs (0–33% of work day occasionally, 11–25 lbs 34–66% frequently, 0–10 lbs 67–100% constantly). Maximum lifting 50 lbs; carrying objects up to 25 lbs. Requires occasional to frequent standing & walking, occasional sitting, and close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing). Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and tasks.

Environmental Factors

Conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and tasks. Exposures include blood‑borne pathogens, bio‑hazardous waste, chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, communicable diseases, electrical shock, floor surfaces, hot/cold temperatures, indoor/outdoor conditions, latex, lighting, patient care/handling injuries, radiation. Shift work and travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits starting day one.
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs.
• Family‑focused benefits.
• Wellness incentives.
• Ongoing mentorship and leadership programs.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer; 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.