Respiratory Therapist - Acute Care Expert

Emory Healthcare, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory Healthcare Inc. in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide care to patients in acute, chronic, and emergency situations. You will document respiratory care accurately and select, assemble, and check equipment for proper operation and cleanliness.

Responsibilities include staff education, charting progress, and adherence to safety and infection control protocols. Must be registered as an RRT and hold GA state licensure with BLS; ACLS/NRP may be required in designated

Qualifications

• Must be registered as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with NBRC.
• Licensed as Respiratory Care Professional in Georgia.
• BLS certification required; ACLS/NRP may be required in designated departments.

Responsibilities

• Selects, assembles, and checks respiratory care equipment for proper function and cleanliness.
• Documents respiratory care accurately and completely per charting procedures.
• Provides respiratory care to patients in acute, chronic, and emergency situations.
• May conduct in-service educational programs related to respiratory care.
• Works with manager on professional development and attends in-services.

Skills

RRT

GA State Licensure

BLS Certification

Job description

Emory Healthcare Inc. in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide care to patients in acute, chronic, and emergency situations. You will document respiratory care accurately and select, assemble, and check equipment for proper operation and cleanliness.

Responsibilities include staff education, charting progress, and adherence to safety and infection control protocols. Must be registered as an RRT and hold GA state licensure with BLS; ACLS/NRP may be required in designated