Respiratory Therapist: Critical Care Lead & Coordinator

Wellstar Health Systems, Inc.; Warm Springs (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. in Georgia seeks a Respiratory Therapist to administer and manage respiratory care per physician orders and standards.

The role acts as a leader and care coordinator for respiratory services across LTAC and In-patient Rehab settings, collaborating with physicians, nurses and clinicians. The candidate should hold an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy (Bachelor's preferred), be RRT certified, and maintain BLS and ACLS.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Acts as Respiratory Care Coordinator for Assigned Hospital.
• Develops, administers, evaluates and modifies Respiratory Plan of Care.
• Communicates and coordinates with physicians, nurses and clinicians.
• Maintains competency in invasive and non-invasive procedures and equipment.
• Ensures documentation is accurate and complies with hospital policy.
• Maintains BLS and ACLS certifications and participates in quality improvement.
• Facilitates patient discharge and provides education to patients and families.

Skills

Basic Respiratory Therapy Modalities

Ventilator Care and Weaning

Tracheostomy Care and Weaning

ABG collection

EKG

Endotracheal Intubation

Bronchoscopy Assist

Education

Associate's Degree - Respiratory Therapy Required

Bachelor's Degree - Respiratory Therapy Preferred

Job description

Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. in Georgia seeks a Respiratory Therapist to administer and manage respiratory care per physician orders and standards.

The role acts as a leader and care coordinator for respiratory services across LTAC and In-patient Rehab settings, collaborating with physicians, nurses and clinicians. The candidate should hold an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy (Bachelor's preferred), be RRT certified, and maintain BLS and ACLS.