Resp Therapist, PRN

Piedmont; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Newnan Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform patient assessments and respiratory care procedures in adult care areas. The role includes blood gas analysis, equipment maintenance, and patient education to ensure optimal care outcomes.

Education required is an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences with no prior experience required. Licensure as an RRT with Georgia state licensing, plus BCLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications, are required upon hire.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences is required.
• No experience required (entry level).
• RRT certification and state licensure required; BCLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Performing patient assessments, general respiratory care procedures and protocols for adult care areas.
• Blood gas analysis and equipment maintenance.
• Provide patient education and ensure equipment readiness.

Skills

Patient assessment

Blood gas analysis

Ventilator management

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences

Tools

Respiratory equipment

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 Newnan Hospital