Respiratory Therapist II (RRT) - Full-Time

Live Well Homecare; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to provide advanced respiratory care in complex clinical settings, focusing on critical care. You will manage ventilators, conduct arterial blood gas analysis, and collaborate with the care team to tailor treatment plans.

The role requires NBRC-RRT and ACLS/BLS certifications, and a degree in Respiratory Therapy (Associates or Bachelors). Experience in critical care is preferred, with strong communication and computer skills essential.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelors in Respiratory Therapy preferred.
• Required certifications: NBRC-RRT, RCP, BLS, and ACLS.
• 0-2 years of clinical experience, with at least 6 months in critical care preferred.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and computer skills, along with the ability to foster professional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient care through assessments, therapy administration, and education.
• Manage ventilators, perform airway management, and interpret waveforms.
• Educate patients, families, and new staff or students.
• Ensure safety and compliance with policies, promoting quality improvement and evidence-based practices.
• Support a positive team environment and contribute to continuous professional development.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Computer skills

Relationship building

Education

Associates or Bachelors in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Role Overview

The Respiratory Therapist II provides advanced respiratory care, medication administration, and patient assessment in complex clinical situations, primarily in critical care settings. They perform ventilator management, airway procedures, arterial blood gas analysis, and collaborate with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient care through assessments, therapy administration, and education.
• Manage ventilators, perform airway management, and interpret waveforms.
• Educate patients, families, and new staff or students.
• Ensure safety and compliance with policies, promoting quality improvement and evidence-based practices.
• Support a positive team environment and contribute to continuous professional development.

Qualifications & Skills

• Associates or Bachelors in Respiratory Therapy preferred.
• Required certifications: NBRC-RRT, RCP, BLS, and ACLS.
• 0-2 years of clinical experience, with at least 6 months in critical care preferred.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and computer skills, along with the ability to foster professional relationships.