Respiratory Therapist

UNIFI Healthcare; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Unifi Healthcare is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver comprehensive respiratory care across diverse clinical settings. You will work directly with patients and care teams to implement individualized treatment plans and monitor responses.

The role requires a state-licensed RT (CRT or RRT) and BLS certification; ACLS is preferred. Collaboration, compassionate care, and accurate documentation are essential in this patient-centered team.

Qualifications

• Active respiratory therapist license in the practicing state.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
• Experience in emergency medicine or acute care settings is desirable.
• Familiar with pulmonology concepts and medication protocols.
• Strong patient assessment skills with pediatrics and geriatrics.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ respiratory status via vital signs and exams.
• Administer therapies including nebulizers and oxygen therapy.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to plan care.
• Care plans developed and implemented with the team.
• Document procedures, responses, and vital signs accurately.

Skills

Licensure CRT

Licensure RRT

BLS certified

ACLS preferred

Emergency dept experience

Pulmonology knowledge

Medical terminology

Patient assessment

Teamwork

Pediatrics

Geriatrics

Job description

About this position

At Unifi Healthcare, we are reimagining what healthcare can be—accessible, compassionate, and truly patient-centered. Our mission is to deliver a seamless, personalized experience that empowers individuals and supports them through their healthcare journey, helping people live longer, safer lives in the comfort of their own homes. Through our growing network of services and partners, we are building a model that reduces complexity, supports caregivers, and reimagines how at home healthcare is delivered across the U.S.

Unifi Healthcare manages this search directly. We're not working with outside recruiting agencies on this role, and we won't accept unsolicited candidate submissions or resumes from third parties.

Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Respiratory Therapist, where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional respiratory care to patients across diverse clinical settings. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work directly with patients and their care team where you are able to put the patient first.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ respiratory status through detailed evaluation of vital signs, oxygen levels, and physical examination findings.
• Administer respiratory therapy treatments including nebulizers, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications with precision and care.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
• Conduct patient assessments to determine the need for respiratory interventions; monitor responses to treatments and adjust therapies accordingly.
• Maintain accurate documentation of procedures, patient responses, medication administration, and vital signs in compliance with policies.

Requirements

• Valid licensure as a Respiratory Therapist from the appropriate state licensing board. We are open to both CRT and RRT.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required; additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) are preferred.
• Experience working in emergency medicine or acute care settings is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with pulmonology concepts, medication administration protocols, and medical terminology relevant to respiratory therapy.
• Ability to perform patient assessments accurately while maintaining a compassionate approach for pediatrics, geriatrics, and diverse patient populations.
• Strong teamwork skills with the capacity to thrive under pressure in high-stakes environments like Level I trauma centers or hospital emergency departments. Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to advancing respiratory health through expert care and compassionate service!
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance