Respiratory Therapist

Live Well Homecare; Grovetown (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare in Grovetown, GA seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist to administer and manage respiratory care per physician orders and standards. As a workgroup lead and unit coordinator, you will help develop patient care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals.

You will develop and modify care plans, participate in rounds, manage equipment, and educate patients and families while maintaining certifications and safety protocols in a dynamic hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelors in Respiratory Therapy (preferred).
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP certifications (NBRC-RRT or RCP preferred).
• Minimum two years of critical care experience preferred.
• Strong communication and clinical/technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and modify respiratory care plans using evidence-based practices.
• Serve as a respiratory consultant across hospital service lines and participate in patient rounds.
• Perform invasive and non-invasive procedures, establish artificial airways, and manage respiratory equipment.
• Monitor respiratory medications, interpret clinical chemistries, and assist in emergency resuscitation efforts.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, research activities, and clinical trials.
• Provide patient and family education, assist in patient discharges, and support new employee orientation.
• Maintain certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP) and ensure compliance with hospital policies and safety standards.
• Utilize hospital information systems, document accurately, and ensure proper equipment maintenance.

Education

Associates or Bachelors in Respiratory Therapy (preferred)

Job description

Role:

Respiratory Therapist responsible for administering and managing respiratory care in accordance with physician orders and clinical standards. Acts as a workgroup leader and unit coordinator, developing and modifying patient care plans through collaboration with healthcare professionals.

Key Duties:

• Develop, evaluate, and modify respiratory care plans using evidence-based practices.
• Serve as a respiratory consultant across hospital service lines and participate in patient rounds.
• Perform invasive and non-invasive procedures, establish artificial airways, and manage respiratory equipment.
• Monitor respiratory medications, interpret clinical chemistries, and assist in emergency resuscitation efforts.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, research activities, and clinical trials.
• Provide patient and family education, assist in patient discharges, and support new employee orientation.
• Maintain certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP) and ensure compliance with hospital policies and safety standards.
• Utilize hospital information systems, document accurately, and ensure proper equipment maintenance.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Associates or Bachelors in Respiratory Therapy (preferred).
• Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and NBRC-RRT or RCP.
• Minimum two years of critical care experience preferred.
• Strong communication, clinical, and technical skills, with ability to prioritize during high-acuity situations.
• Knowledge of respiratory medications, equipment, and infection control measures.