Respiratory Therapist

AccessHealth; Fayetteville (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AccessHealth in the United States is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform patient assessments, respiratory care procedures, and critical care protocols in adult care areas. You will conduct blood gas analysis, maintain and manage respiratory equipment, and educate patients on respiratory health.

The role requires an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences and state licensure as an RRT, along with BCLS, ACLS, and PALS within 60 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences required.
• Licenses/certifications: state-licensed RRT, BCLS, ACLS; PALS within 60 days of hire.
• No prior work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and respiratory care procedures.
• Conduct blood gas analysis.
• Maintain and manage respiratory equipment.
• Educate patients on respiratory health.
• Follow adult critical care protocols.

Skills

Patient care

Equipment maintenance

Patient education

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy Sciences

Tools

Respiratory equipment

Job description

This role involves performing patient assessments, respiratory care procedures, and critical care protocols in adult care areas. Key responsibilities include

• Conducting blood gas analysis
• Maintaining and managing respiratory equipment
• Providing patient education on respiratory health

Qualifications Include An Associate's Degree In Respiratory Therapy Sciences. Licenses and certifications required upon hire are

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) licensed by the state
• Basic Life Support (BCLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 60 days

No prior work experience is required. The role emphasizes equipment maintenance, patient care, and education in an adult respiratory care setting.