Respiratory Therapist: Lead Care in Critical Settings

Wellstar Health Systems, Inc.; Madras (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to administer and manage respiratory care per physician orders in LTAC and inpatient rehab settings.

You will lead respiratory care coordination, communicate with physicians, nurses and other clinicians, and ensure care aligns with protocols. Requires Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy; BLS/ACLS; licensure as an RT (RRT preferred); 1+ year of experience; Georgia license preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Current licensure as a Respiratory Therapist (RRT preferred).
• BLS and ACLS certifications required on hire.

Responsibilities

• Acts as Respiratory Care Coordinator for assigned hospital.
• Develops, administers and evaluates the Respiratory Plan of Care per protocols.
• Administers invasive and non-invasive procedures and supervises staff.
• Participates in quality improvement and patient education.
• Ensures accurate documentation and compliance with policies.

Skills

ABG collection

Ventilator care

Tracheostomy care

Endotracheal intubation

EKG

Bronchoscopy assistance

Education

Associate's Degree - Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's Degree - Respiratory Therapy Preferred

Tools

ABG analyzers

Hospital information systems

Job description

Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to administer and manage respiratory care per physician orders in LTAC and inpatient rehab settings.

You will lead respiratory care coordination, communicate with physicians, nurses and other clinicians, and ensure care aligns with protocols. Requires Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy; BLS/ACLS; licensure as an RT (RRT preferred); 1+ year of experience; Georgia license preferred.