Respiratory Therapist

Piedmont; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is hiring a Registered Respiratory Therapist for night shifts. You will assess patients, perform respiratory care procedures, and contribute to critical care in adult units.

Responsibilities include blood gas analysis, equipment maintenance, and patient education. Requires an associate degree in respiratory therapy and state licensure upon hire, with certifications (RRT, BCLS, ACLS, PALS) within 60 days.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences is required.
• No experience required.
• Licenses and certifications required within 60 days of hire: RRT, BCLS, ACLS, PALS.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and respiratory care procedures.
• Carry out critical care procedures in adult care areas.
• Perform blood gas analysis and manage equipment.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care.

Skills

Patient assessment

Respiratory care procedures

Adult critical care procedures

Equipment maintenance

Education

Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences

Tools

Blood gas analyzer

Job description

Overview

When you join Piedmont, youre not just changing your work environment. We open doors to real change in the lives we touch especially yours. Were committed to bringing award-winning care to communities across Georgia and celebrating the strength our diversity creates. Together, were doing big things. One employee, one team, and one community at a time.

Piedmont is a place where your work truly mattersand where youre supported to do your best every day. We offer a collaborative culture, innovative resources, and leadership that is genuinely invested in your growth. With competitive benefits, wellness programs, and opportunities for advancement, youll have what you need to thrive now and build a strong future.

Required Hours:

7pm-7am weekdays with weekend and holiday rotations.

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

• Associates 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 Atlanta Hospital