Respiratory Care Practitioner

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Ongoing mentorship and leadership programs

Job summary

Emory Healthcare in Lithonia, GA is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to provide clinical care in both inpatient and outpatient departments. Responsibilities include patient assessments, managing ventilator care, and participating in multidisciplinary meetings. Ideal candidates should have an Associate's degree in Respiratory Care and be licensed in Georgia. Emory offers comprehensive health benefits, mentorship programs, and ongoing support for professional growth. Join a team dedicated to inspiring and rewarding your career journey.

Qualifications

• Employee may work independently under general direction.
• New graduate to 2 years experience required.
• Licensed as an active Respiratory Care Practitioner in Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Assess unit work and report needs to supervisors.
• Participate in patient rounds and identify therapy methods.
• Guide patient care team with modifications.

Skills

Competence in clinical areas

Ventilator management

Assessment skills

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Care

Job description

Overview

Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong at Emory Healthcare. We fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be.

We provide:

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day one
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
• Family-focused benefits
• Wellness incentives
• Ongoing mentorship and leadership programs
• And more!

Description

This role defines the Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) who serves as a clinician in both inpatient and outpatient clinical departments.

Responsibilities

• Level of Competency
  • Completes and maintains all competencies
  • Refers and guides others in the use of policies and procedures in the clinical setting
  • Assures competence to function when working in a new area
  • Assures equipment is functioning properly and ready for emergent situations; takes items out of service and reports failures as needed
• Assumption of Duties
  • Assesses unit work and reports to supervisor/charge, anticipates needs
  • Participates in patient round discussions and identifies alternate methods of therapy or mechanical ventilation
  • Is competent in clinical areas as appropriate
  • Other duties as assigned
• Service Area Support
  • Suggests modifications to care to patient care team
  • Acquires resources not readily available
  • Serves as a resource for ventilator management
  • Regularly attends department meetings (75%)
  • Regularly attends in services and educational offerings
• Professional Activity
  • Partners in product evaluation and selection
  • Reviews policies and procedures to guide practice
  • Encouraged to attend one professional local, state or national respiratory conference every two years; 10 CEUs required annually

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Associate’s degree in Respiratory Care.

Experience: New graduate to 2 years experience.

Judgement: Employee may work independently under the general direction of their leader.

Licensure / Certification

• Currently licensed as an active Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of Georgia.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
• Preferred membership in American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC).
• Other requirements (if applicable): BLS required; ACLS required for adult critical care within 6 months of hire; NRP required for special care nursery/NICU.

Physical Requirements

Medium: 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); lifting 50 lbs max; carrying objects up to 25 lbs; occasional to frequent standing & walking, occasional sitting, close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Environmental Factors

Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: blood-borne pathogen exposure; bi-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; travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal‑opportunity employer and 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. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [e-mail]. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.