Respiratory Therapist II (RRT)

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency in Atlanta, GA seeks a Respiratory Therapist II to deliver advanced respiratory care and patient assessment in complex, critical care settings. You will administer medications, manage ventilators, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to plan care.

The role requires strong communication and critical thinking, with 0-2 years of clinical experience including at least 6 months in critical care. Licensing and certifications are required upon hire.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy with all relevant certifications upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Ventilator management and airway procedures.
• Arterial blood gas analysis and therapy assessment.
• Collaborates with healthcare team for care planning and education of patients.
• Supports staff development and ensures safety and accurate documentation.
• Participates in invasive and non-invasive procedures and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Relationship building

Computer proficiency

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

BLS

ACLS

PALS

NRP

NBRC-RRT

RCP

Job description

Role: Respiratory Therapist II responsible for delivering advanced respiratory care, medication administration, and patient assessment in complex, critical care settings.

Key Responsibilities: Provides high-quality patient care, including ventilator management, airway procedures, arterial blood gas analysis, and therapy assessment. Collaborates with healthcare team members for care planning, educates patients and supports staff development. Ensures safety, documentation accuracy, and promotes evidence-based practices. Participates in invasive and non-invasive procedures and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills: Requires a minimum of an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy, with all relevant certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, NBRC-RRT, RCP) upon hire. 0-2 years of clinical experience, including at least 6 months in critical care. Essential skills include strong communication, critical thinking, relationship building with healthcare professionals, and computer proficiency.

Additional Duties: Mentors new employees, supports a team-oriented environment, and adheres to policies and standards to ensure safe, quality patient care.