Respiratory Care Practitioner / WEO / Adults

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory Healthcare in Decatur, GA is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner for adults. The role involves providing patient-centered respiratory care in both inpatient and outpatient settings with evidence-based practice and adherence to quality and safety goals.

The position requires an Associate degree in Respiratory Care, active Georgia licensure as a RCP, and appropriate certifications (RRT, BLS; ACLS/NRP as applicable). Eligible for full-time schedule and benefits.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Respiratory Care.
• Active Georgia Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• BLS and ACLS/NRP as applicable within required timelines.

Responsibilities

• Maintains clinical competencies and adheres to department guidelines.
• Assesses unit needs, reports to supervisor, and supports ventilation management.
• Participates in rounds and collaborates with care teams to adjust therapies.
• Engages in ongoing education and attends department meetings.

Skills

Ventilator management

Patient care

Clinical competency

Team collaboration

Education

Associates degree in Respiratory Care

RRT credential NBRC

BLS certification

ACLS certification (within 6 months)

NRP certification (NICU/Special care)

Job description

158467 Respiratory Care Practitioner / WEO / Adults

Division Emory Decatur Hospital Campus Location Decatur, GA, 30033 Campus Location US-GA-Decatur Department DEC-Respiratory Therapy Job Type Regular Full-Time Job Number 158467 Job Category Therapy Schedule 7p-7:30a Standard Hours 36 Hours Hourly Minimum USD $35.00/Hr. Hourly Midpoint USD $41.60/Hr.

Overview

6:45P-7:15A / Full-Time / 36 Hours

Required to work one weeknight and every weekend (Saturday-Sunday); four-week schedule. Must work a specific holiday package annually (equals three holidays).

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 and make a bigger, greater impact than you ever thought possible.

Description

This role defines the Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) who serves as a clinician at the clinical departments in both inpatient and outpatient areas. Employs the use of evidence-based practice, department and service area initiatives, and grows individually as a professional. Adheres to the Emory Behavioral Standards Adheres to the Emory Service Culture Guidelines Provides Patient and Family Centered Care Consistently meets departmental/hospital quality & safety goals.

Key Responsibility Category: 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 if working in new area Assures equipment is functioning properly and is ready for emergent situations; taking items out of service and reporting failures as needed.

Key Responsibility Category: Assumption of Duties

• Assesses unit work and report to supervisor/charge anticipates needs Participate in patient round discussions and identifies alternate methods of therapy or mechanical ventilation Competent in clinical areas as appropriate Other duties as assigned.

Key Responsibility Category: Service Area Support

• Suggest 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.

Key Responsibility Category: 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 Qualification

MINIMUM EDUCATION: Associates degree in Respiratory Care MINIMUM 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 of 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 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, 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.