Respiratory Care Practitioner I: Inpatient & Outpatient

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory Healthcare in Georgia is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to support clinical departments in inpatient and outpatient settings. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient-centered care, and adherence to service culture guidelines.

Responsibilities include maintaining competencies, ensuring equipment readiness, and participating in rounds and staff education. Travel between Emory units may be required; on-site work with periodic trainings.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Respiratory Care (minimum education).
• One year or greater experience in respiratory care.
• Currently licensed as an active Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of Georgia.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential by the NBRC; BLS and ACLS as required within specified timelines; NRP for NICU as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Completes and maintains all competencies.
• Assures equipment is functioning properly and is ready for emergent situations; reports failures as needed.
• Assesses unit workload and reports to supervisor; anticipates patient care needs.
• Participates in patient rounds and discusses alternative therapy or ventilation options.
• Serves as a resource for ventilator management and attends department meetings and trainings.

Education

Associates degree in Respiratory Care

Job description

Emory Healthcare in Georgia is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner to support clinical departments in inpatient and outpatient settings. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient-centered care, and adherence to service culture guidelines.

Responsibilities include maintaining competencies, ensuring equipment readiness, and participating in rounds and staff education. Travel between Emory units may be required; on-site work with periodic trainings.