Respiratory Care Practitioner / Neonatal Intensive Care Unit / Adult Critical Care

Emory Healthcare Inc.; Johns Creek (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to improving lives through exceptional respiratory care. As a Respiratory Care Practitioner, you will play a vital role in patient recovery, working alongside a passionate team in a supportive environment. This position offers the opportunity to grow professionally while making a significant impact in the community. With a focus on teamwork and innovation, you will be part of a comprehensive health system that values your contributions and provides avenues for advancement. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and work in a dynamic setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed as an active Respiratory Care Practitioner in Georgia.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential by the National Board for Respiratory Care.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to patients in acute, chronic, and emergency situations.
• Perform routine ventilator and artificial airway treatments.
• Document respiratory care following established charting procedures.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Critical Care

Ventilator Management

Patient Documentation

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Care

Tools

Respiratory Care Equipment

Job description

Overview

Where you matter as much as the work you do

Join Emory Healthcare (EHC) if you’re looking for an opportunity with one of the nation's leading Atlanta hospitals in cardiology and heart surgery, cancer, neurology, and more! EHC is where those around you are dedicated to the power of teamwork, fostering an environment where you can learn, grow, and innovate with similarly passionate professionals. Work with us to improve the quality of life throughout Georgia through partnerships with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Georgia Institute of Technology, and other organizations, making a bigger, greater impact than you ever thought possible.

Description

7 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. / Full Time / 36 Hours

We're seeking a dedicated Respiratory Care Practitioner with both NICU and Adult Critical Care backgrounds to continue the growth of our Respiratory Care team at Emory Johns Creek Hospital. As part of our team, you will be responsible for providing respiratory care to patients in acute, chronic, and emergency situations. You will perform routine ventilator and artificial airway treatments in critical and general care areas. You will assist physicians and perform routine respiratory care activities as necessary.

In addition to hands-on patient care, Respiratory Therapists are required to accurately and completely document respiratory care following established charting procedures. You will select, assemble, and check respiratory care equipment for proper operation and cleanliness. You will work with management to formulate plans for professional development.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Care.
• New graduates to 2 years of experience.
• Ability to work independently under the general direction of your leader.
• Currently licensed as an active Respiratory Care Practitioner in Georgia.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Preferred membership in the 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.

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the only one in Georgia with a Magnet-designated ambulatory practice. We comprise 11 hospitals—4 Magnet-designated—The Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with over 3,450 physicians across 70 subspecialties.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [e-mail]. One week's advance notice is preferred.

Physical Requirements (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of workday (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66%; 01-10 lbs, 67-100%. Lifting up to 50 lbs; carrying objects up to 25 lbs; frequent standing and walking; occasional sitting; close eye work; environmental exposures including blood-borne pathogens, chemicals, biohazards, and more. Shift work and travel may be required. Use of PPE, including respirators, may vary depending on tasks.