Respiratory Therapist

Piedmont-Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

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Job summary

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform patient assessments and respiratory care procedures in adult care areas. The role involves blood gas analysis, equipment management, and patient education, with a focus on high-quality care in a hospital setting.

The position requires an Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences, with no prior work experience necessary and licensure/certifications to be obtained within specified timelines.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences Required.
• Work Experience: No experience required
• Licenses and Certifications: RRT, BCLS, ACLS, PALS within 60 days Required

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and respiratory care procedures in adult care areas.
• Manage equipment, blood gas analysis, and patient education.

Skills

Patient assessment

Respiratory care procedures

Blood gas analysis

Education

Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences

Job description

Overview

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

Piedmont is a place where your work truly matters—and where you’re 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, you’ll have what you need to thrive now and build a strong future.

Required Hours:7pm-7am

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

• Associate’s 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